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Memphis African American History Tour: Insightful Journey
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165 Ratings
Memphis
Embark on a 2.5-hour African American History tour in Memphis. Discover the city’s historical sites connected to slavery, the Civil Rights Movement, and more. Perfect for residents, families, and visitors.
Embark on a 2.5-hour African American History tour in Memphis. Discover the city’s historical sites connected to slavery, the Civil Rights Movement, and more. Perfect for residents, families, and visitors.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel - From our vehicle you will see the balcony of the Lorraine Motel, room 306 where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated on April 4, 1968. This is also the location of the National Civil Rights Museum.
- Slave Haven / Burkle Estate Museum - This was once the home of Jacob Burkle, a German…
- National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel - From our vehicle you will see the balcony of the Lorraine Motel, room 306 where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated on April 4, 1968. This is also the location of the National Civil Rights Museum.
- Slave Haven / Burkle Estate Museum - This was once the home of Jacob Burkle, a German immigrant who chose to participate in the Underground Railroad. This home was a stop on the Underground Railroad and is now a museum.
- Beale Street - We will tell you the “rest of the story” about this most iconic street. Once referred to as the Negro Mainstreet USA.
- Historic Mason Temple - This is the world headquarters for the Church of God in Christ. It was here where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. gave his last speech, “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop” less than 24 hours before he was assassinated.
- Clayborn Temple - It was in this church, built in the late 1800’s, Sanitation Workers gathered to strategize the strike that caused Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to come to Memphis.
What's Included
- Inclusive of all taxes, fees, and handling charges
- Inclusive of all taxes, fees, and handling charges
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
Embark on a 2.5-hour excursion steeped in African American history across Memphis, guided by us. We promise to walk you through a thrilling journey that unveils pivotal historical locations linked to the slavery days, the Civil Rights Movement, and more. Explore beyond the borders of Downtown Memphis and discover the charm of its unique neighborhoods….
Embark on a 2.5-hour excursion steeped in African American history across Memphis, guided by us. We promise to walk you through a thrilling journey that unveils pivotal historical locations linked to the slavery days, the Civil Rights Movement, and more. Explore beyond the borders of Downtown Memphis and discover the charm of its unique neighborhoods. This enlightening tour is perfect for locals, families and tourists seeking enjoyable, safe and insightful activities.
- 3 person minimum required.
- Dress code is smart casual
- This tour does not stop for guests to visit museums. Visits can be made at your leisure on your own. We will drive by sites with narration.
Location
Tennessee Welcome Center
Riverside Drive
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Otis_g
Nov 28, 2024
GOAT - Queen had the ability to keep the interest of the wide age range of our kids. Plus she handled heavy subjects with care considering our children.
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Tom_w
Nov 15, 2024
A Profound and upbeat tour - Amazing introduction to the history of African Americans in Memphis along with current cultural efforts of the community. An essential addition to visitong the National Civil Rights Museum.
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346iw
Oct 30, 2024
Second to None - On October 19, 2024, my tour group of 19 and I had the pleasure of experiencing Memphis with a personal tour with ‘A Tour of Possibilities’. Our club sponsors a yearly trip with the purpose of embracing the history and culture of the area visited, ensuring that the location also embodies the African American experience. There is always some level of anxiety when relying on the internet to guide your choices. But in this instance, the positive reputation of ‘A Tour of Possibilities’ rang true. Queen, as she is affectionately and appropriately called, is the awe-inspiring proprietor of ‘A Tour of Possibilities’. She is vibrant, energetic, and knowledgeable. Her passion for history and truth resonates through her every spoken word. She is captivating and affectionate and makes everyone feel valued. She welcomes questions and provides resources for continued exploration. We discovered many legends in Memphis, past and present, and Queen walks alongside such legends. I pray for her continued success in business and in life and that our paths may one day cross again.
Ivy & the members of JULSC
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Kristen_w
Oct 27, 2024
Must do Memphis Tour - This is a great tour! Very informative and engaging, we really enjoyed our experience. Everyone should know more about the history of this country. This is the best local tour I have been on in any city.
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Monica
Aug 24, 2024
"Auntie" Queen was great! - We had an amazing experience on this Memphis City African American history tour! Our guide, Queen, was incredibly nice, welcoming, and genuinely passionate about the city's rich history. She was not only great at explaining the historical significance of each site but also made the tour engaging and enjoyable. Her depth of knowledge was impressive, and she answered all our questions with enthusiasm. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to learn more about Memphis' African American history in a fun and informative way!
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205johnf205
Aug 18, 2024
Terrific hidden history tour - Awesome afternoon with Queen, we learned so much about the untold history of Memphis. Queen is knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Glad we did it!
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Fola_s
Aug 12, 2024
Small and mighty Memphis - Queen was very passionate about Memphis and telling our story. We learnt so much history and what is to come of Memphis in the future.
We definitely use her again
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Elisha_d
Aug 12, 2024
Life changing tour! - Queen is extremely knowledgeable. Through the art of storytelling, and presenting historical information, we all left with a better understanding of who we are, how our ancestors fought for basic rights and a better understanding of Memphis.
We learned about MLK, lynchings, Ida B Wells, record companies, Memphis architecture, food, Beale Street, and the Underground railroad just to name a few topics/stops
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Donya_l
Aug 10, 2024
The Queen - Our guide was Queen. She was awesome! Very informative and full of energy. Very personable, friendly, and energetic! Would recommend to anyone!
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Maryann_m
Jun 16, 2024
An Experience of our lifetime in Memphis! - When my husband booked tickets to Memphis, I was not excited:-( The journey through the city's history and most important highlights was incredible! The owner, Queen, took us on a journey that was priceless with her stories and humbling inner knowledge of some of our history's heroes. We felt we were sharing a tour with an old friend, a fellow traveler through the ages. She even picked us up for the tour on the side of the road as we were helplessly lost from the onset of the tour. We were both deeply moved by the history, but overwhelmed with the comradery, the deep love she held for the experience.
We would do it all again with friends on the next trip. That's saying a lot because I never thought there would be a next trip. Thanks Queen for one of the best experiences of our traveling lifetime.
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