Beyond comparison the most exciting and fact filled 90 minute adventure offered in Philly. Learn about the history of Black Philadelphia while soaking in the fullest array of our nation's most important and historical monuments and sights.
With a focus on the city's early history, Black Philadelphia Walking Tour will bring to light every detail of Philly's Black past. Hear about Black American’s role in the history of the nation's foundation.
Take a journey to Congo Square, visit the unmarked graves of free and enslaved victims of the yellow fever epidemic, learn about the Quaker school where both Black and White students were educated together and other locations you will visit first hand.
See where the Fugitive Slave Act was passed in 1793. Hear about Martha Washington’s enslaved handmaiden who emancipated herself and others who traveled along the underground railroad. Learn about the Old London Coffee Shop where humans were inspected and sold into slavery.
Walk in the footsteps of enslaved people, abolitionists, slaveholders and founding fathers. Hear about prominent early African-Americans.
Beyond question the most in-depth, authentic, and entertaining tour offered on the eastern sea board! A must see in Philadelphia.
Tour includes the following on-site location visits:
Independence Hall
The President’s House
Congress Hall
Old City Hall
First U.S. Supreme Court Building
American Philosophical Society Museum
Independence Square
Washington Square
Tomb of the Unknown Revolutionary War Soldier
Bicentennial Moon Tree
Philadelphia Prison Site
And More!
Go to eventbrite to purchase tickets or view Black Philadelphia Walking Tour website: www.blackjourneyphiladelphia.com
