2.5 Hours Essence of Memphis African American History Tour
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2.5 Hours Essence of Memphis African American History Tour
Next available dates
Thu
11 Dec
Fri
12 Dec
Sat
13 Dec
Bestseller
Guided Tour
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NZD 161
Highlights
On this 2.5 hour African American History tour, we will be your "conductor" and take you on a journey through Memphis that will be sure to open your eyes to some of the most historical sites connected to slavery through to the Civil Rights Movement and beyond. There is so much more to Memphis than Downtown to experience, so we will also explore some of our interesting neighborhoods.
This tour is for residents, families, and visitors who are looking for the activities to do that are safe, fun and insightful.
Itinerary
National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeFrom 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(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeThis 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(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeWe will tell you the "rest of the story" about this most iconic street. Once referred to as the Negro Mainstreet USA.Historic Mason Temple(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeThis 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(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeIt 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
INCLUDED
All taxes, fees and handling charges
NOT INCLUDED
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Customer reviews
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
A minimum of 3 travelers are required to operate this tour. (This can be achieved with more than one party making a reservation)
Location
Address
450 Mulberry St, Memphis, Tennessee, United States 38103-4214
Provider
A Tour of Possibilities, LLC
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