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Discover the people, places, and events that shaped Dallas' Black history through an engaging guided AdvenTOUR of historic neighborhoods, churches, museums, memorials, and cultural landmarks.
Tour Highlights
Visit historic Black neighborhoods, landmarks, museums, churches, and cultural districts
Interactive Black History Trivia Games throughout the tour
Digital Tour Booklet with historical facts, photos, and trivia for every stop
Comfortable transportation while we handle the driving, traffic, and parking
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please meet us in the DART Market Center Park N Ride Parking Lot. We will be in a black SUV or white passenger van with the Spencer Adventours logo. Parking is free.
Itinerary
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Founded in 1873 by formerly enslaved residents Oldest African American Methodist congregation in Dallas Important center for education, civil rights, and community leadership Beautiful Gothic Revival architecture.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Deep Ellum
Birthplace of Dallas Blues and Jazz Walk the same streets as Blind Lemon Jefferson, Bessie Smith, Lead Belly, and other legends Historic murals and vibrant public art Learn about Black-owned businesses that shaped early Deep Ellum.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Dallas' premier museum dedicated to African American art, history, and culture One of the nation's largest collections of African American folk art Texas slavery, Reconstruction, Civil Rights, and Black military exhibits Learn how Fair Park evolved from a segregated exposition to a center of cultural celebration.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Classic South Dallas soul food and barbecue restaurant Local favorite located near Fair Park Relax and enjoy authentic Texas barbecue while discussing the day's discoveries Great opportunity for guests to connect and share favorite moments from the tour
50 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Home of Dallas civil rights icon Juanita Craft Meeting place for NAACP leaders and national civil rights organizers Discover how grassroots organizing helped desegregate Dallas Hear stories of visits by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and President Lyndon B. Johnson.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Allen Brooks Lynching Memorial Reflect on one of Dallas' most painful chapters Learn how public remembrance promotes healing and education Discussion of racial violence and justice in Texas Opportunity for quiet reflection
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Ronald Kirk pedestrian bridge
Named for Ron Kirk, Dallas' first elected African American mayor Spectacular skyline photo opportunity overlooking Downtown Dallas Learn about Ron Kirk's leadership, the Trinity River Project, and Dallas' transformation One of the city's most Instagram-worthy viewpoints.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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