F.D. Reese Historical Tour: Exclusive Access
4.8
20 Ratings
Selma

Embark on an exclusive historical tour with the direct lineage of F.D. Reese, the visionary leader who invited Dr. Martin Luther King to Selma. Explore his home and discover original artifacts from the F.D. Reese Archives.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Clark Elementary School - Tour Guides will discuss the start of the 1st ever World’s Teacher’s March!
  • Dallas County Courthouse - Tour Guides will discuss the 1st ever World’s Teacher’s March.
  • Brown Chapel AME Church - Tour Guides will speak about the significance of how F.D. Reese helped organize Brown Chapel to become the location that…
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What's Included
  • Admission to the F.D. Reese Historical Tour
Additional Information

You are set to embark on a tour with the direct descendants of F. D. Reese! The opportunity presents itself to set foot in the former home of F.D. Reese, the individual who called Dr. Martin Luther King to Selma and spearheaded the inaugural World’s Teacher’s March. Moreover, you will have the chance to observe authentic artifacts from F.D. Reese’s collection.

Location
1566 Marie Foster St
Marie Foster Street
Tour Guide will meet you at the address where the tour begins.
Cancellation Policy

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

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E2775zuamys
May 6, 2024
Take an insider's look at the Selma-Montgomery marches - Highly recommended! Do not miss this opportunity to experience Selma's 1964-1965 history and to learn about the principal role played by F. D. Reese, a Selma science teacher and minister, in the struggle for voting rights. Reese invited Martin Luther King, Jr., in January 1965 to lead the group of teachers and citizens that Reese had organized. The politics between the various players are fascinating. Alan and Marvin offer a unique perspective on an historic time as grandsons of this hero of the civil rights movement. They take you to sites in Selma where the drama unfolded and offer you the opportunity to walk the Edmund Pettus Bridge. You have the satisfaction of honoring Reese and the heroes of Bloody Sunday, Turn Around Tuesday, and the March from Selma to Montgomery, March 21-24, 1965.
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Anncs
Apr 24, 2024
Civil Rights history comes alive - This was a phenomenal experience. It was the start of our Civil Rights tour of Selma and Montgomery, Alabama. Talking with Alan and Marvin, and driving all together to see the sites they told us about, was a really moving experience. None of the three of us had been taught anything about the Selma to Montgomery march in school, so it was really enlightening to learn about how the events unfolded and, of course, FD Reese's pivotal role. What isn't mentioned in the description is that Alan and Marvin are going to drive FROM ATLANTA (about three hours each way!) to meet you and give you this very personal tour. Thank you Alan and Marvin for a fascinating and touching tour.
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Amyaldridges
Jan 15, 2024
Great tour! - Fantastic experience! Would do it again. Loved learning about the Reeces and spending time in there home.
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Amyaldridge_s
Jan 15, 2024
Great tour! - Alan was a great tour guide - very knowledgeable, passionate, and honest. His care for his granddaddy’s legacy is inspiring.
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Trip_j
Sep 24, 2023
Very informative, enjoyable tour - The tour was fantastic and very informative. Our group couldn't stop talking about the experience. We highly recommend the Reese brothers.
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Patrina_b
Jun 12, 2023
Awesome way to honor the sacrifice - These gentlemen show true honor and passion for what they're doing, educating and informing the public about the history and efforts of their grandfather and others who played such a significant role in our history as Americans. It was touching and I'm grateful that I had the opportunity
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985hallier
Mar 18, 2023
Must Do in Selma - This experience was on the third day of our Civil Rights tour in Alabama. Our tour guides, Allan and MJ, grandsons of FD Reese, literally opened their family home to us and their hearts as they shared not only Selma's history on voting rights, but their grandfather's pivotal organizing role in lifting up the Selma community. They underscored the importance of individuals in organizing on a grassroots level in their community. These individuals are everywhere and need to be acknowledged. You won't want to miss this unbelievably powerful experience.
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671marshas
Feb 11, 2023
Take this tour! - This was a highlight of our five day civil rights trip. We are so grateful for the warmth and hospitality of the Reese family. If you want to hear the stories behind the Selma march, this tour is a must. We learned so much and thoroughly enjoyed our experience.
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Mangotango007
Dec 11, 2022
YOU WILL LEARN A LOT! - Selma has so much history! And driving/walking around with Alan and Marvin was an easy way to learn a LOT! The F.D. Reese Historical Tour is a MUST for anyone interested in the history of the Civil Rights Movement. We came from Los Angeles and San Diego to visit Selma. It was an honor to spend time with Marvin and Alan and learn the story of their grandfather, Frederick D. Reese ... a powerful, yet humble leader. The Historical Tour was the absolute highlight of our visit.
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James_b
Nov 19, 2022
A Wonderful Experience - Although there were only the two of us for this tour, Allen met us at his grandfather's home and gave us the complete history, showed us the pictures and memorabilia, and then took us around the town to the sites so important in shaping the civil rights struggle in Selma. A wonderful experience.
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