Harlem Renaissance in DC Walking Tour
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Harlem Renaissance in DC Walking Tour
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Highlights
This amazing walking tour will take you on a journey to an era in which U Street NW DC was the center of African American music and intellectualism. The sounds of jazz was everywhere, Langston Hughes and Jean Toomer were being established as the future writers of the day, and an effort to document the history of African Americans was underway. Take a journey through the Harlem Renaissance as it started in DC! Tour stops mid-way at the famous Ben's Chili Bowl, for optional refreshments and a bathroom break.
Itinerary
Howard Theatre
10 minsAdmission Ticket FreeHoward Theater was the first theater in DC to offer a stage for African American performers, established in 1910. It has played a key part in the DC music and arts scene ever since.Right Proper Brewing Company
5 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThe site of the Frank Holliday's Pool Hall where Duke Ellington first started dabbling in ragtime and jazz piano.1910 Vermont Ave NW
5 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThe former house of African American Opera Singer Lilian Evanti, who earned acclaim abroad before returning to her native Washington DC to make her mark on black contributions to classical music.Bohemian Caverns
5 minsAdmission Ticket FreeFormer Jazz icon, Bohemian Caverns was a must visit during U Street's period as DC's "Black Broadway."Lincoln Theatre
3 minsAdmission Ticket FreeMajor theater and show house during the Black Broadway era.Ben's Chili Bowl
25 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedIconic eatery for three generations that has been the destination of Presidents and tourists alike, this is where the tour takes a refreshments break.1901 14th St NW
5 minsAdmission Ticket FreeFormer site of Club Bali, a favorite performance spot of Billie Holiday.1461 S St NW
5 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThis home is where the Saturday Nighter's Club would meet to discuss poetry, social justice, and black culture.
What's included
INCLUDED
2 hours of incredible DC History with a knowledgeable guide.
NOT INCLUDED
Food and Drink purchased at Ben's Chili Bowl or Ben's Next Door
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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
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Location
Address
620 T St NW, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States 20001-5117
Provider
Off the Mall Tours
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