Embark on a 1-hour journey into Belle Meade with its Journey to Jubilee historic tour. Explore the lives and stories of African Americans who were enslaved and later employed at Belle Meade, honoring their legacy and sacrifices. Complimentary wine tasting and self-guided tour included.
- Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery - Journey to Jubilee is a discussion based tour abouth the history of enslavement in the American South. The tours shares the stories of Black Americans who were enslaved, formerly enslaved, and who were contract laboreres after the Emancipation. The tour shows how vital their presence was to the existence of the property. These men and women were here from enslavement to freedom. They endured, and we want to honor them by telling their story. In this tour, nearly one-hundred years of their history is explored through the research of primary sources. Come trace their existence through the history of Belle Meade on their Journey to Jubilee.
The tour includes access to the 30 acres of grounds (you can explore the property after the tour of before), a complimentary wine sampling (this helps us raise funds for historic preservation, and the guided tour.
- 1-Hour Guided Journey to Jubilee Walking Tour
- Complimentary Wine Tasting at the On-Site Belle Meade Winery
- Professional Guide
- Guided History Tour of Belle Meade’s Outbuildings & Grounds
- Access to the grounds of Belle Meade following your tour to explore at your leisure
- Free On-Site Parking
- Access to the Outdoor Game Court & On-Site Restaurant
- Guided Mansion Tours not included with this ticket (available to purchase separately on this site)
Embark on a 60-minute exploration of Belle Meade with our Journey to Jubilee historical tour. Join us as we delve deeply into the lives and tales of the African Americans who were first enslaved, and subsequently employed, at Belle Meade, doing so with deliberate respect and empathy. Our Journey to Jubilee tour is designed to pay tribute to the heritage and sacrifices of the people legally enslaved on this property from 1807 till their emancipation in 1865, as well as to delve into the complex realities of their newfound freedom in the post-Civil War era. Through a unique methodology which includes reading directly from primary sources and fostering audience interaction, this experience offers a new approach towards understanding the history of slavery. After your tour, savor a complimentary wine tasting and enjoy access to the estate Grounds for a self-guided exploration.
Please Be Aware: This is a guided tour, but it does not grant admission to the primary Mansion part of the Belle Meade estate. Separate reservations are required for Guided Mansion Tours.
- Free On-Site Parking Available
- Arrive 20 minutes before your tour time and redeem your voucher at our Visitor Service desk. They will direct you to your tour
- Due to the intensity of the subject matter and our interpretive approach, this tour is limited to those aged 12 and older.
- Takes place outside and involves walking and several sets of stairs.
- Please Note: Guided Mansion Tours are not included with this ticket. Mansion Tours are also available to purchase separately on this website.
- Not recommended for travelers who cannot stand/walk for extended periods of 30 minutes or more
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
