Enslaved Spaces of Barbados

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4 to 5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This tour examines Barbados's history of enslavement and emancipation, focusing exclusively on the lives of Black Barbadians, both enslaved and free. It visits sites that reveal their journey from early colonial interactions to freedom: Yarico's Story at Kendall, the Newton Burial Ground, the Ironmongers Tavern slave market, the "Negro Yard" at Guinea Plantation, Baileys and Simmons Plantation (site of the Bussa Rebellion), Rock Hall, Mount Wilton, and Hangman's Hill. This tour intentionally excludes discussion of governors, state, or royal officials, centering the narrative on the experiences of Black lives unapologetically.

Furthermore, this tour can be customized to the traveler's specific interests, allowing for a more personalized and in-depth exploration of this crucial aspect of Barbados's heritage with a historian who is well knowledgeable regarding Black Barbadian history.

What's Included

Bottle of water

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).

Itinerary

Duration: 4 to 5 hours (approximately)
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    This tour explores Barbados's history of enslavement and emancipation. It begins with the story of Yarico’s Story at Kendall, prompting reflection on early colonial interactions. We then visit the Newton Burial Ground, revealing the human cost of slavery, followed by the Ironmongers Tavern slave market, a stark symbol of the human trade. The "Negro Yard" at Guinea Plantation offers insight into daily enslaved life, while Baileys and Simmons Plantation highlights the pivotal Bussa Rebellion. The tour also includes Rock Hall, the first free village, marking post-emancipation community development, Mount Wilton, and Hangman's Hill, a site of harsh punishments. Guided discussions throughout the tour provide essential historical context, fostering a deeper understanding of this significant period in Barbados's history. Many spaces on the tour your will be able to stop and take photos.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Supplied by Taamo Caribbean

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Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Plantation Tours
Historical Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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