Black Be Beautiful Mural Tour in Philadelphia
Philadelphia, US
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Duration: 2 hours
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Expert Local Guide
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Small Group Tour
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Digital Guide Included
Explore Black culture in Philadelphia with a guided mural tour showcasing art, history, and community resilience.
Included
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Expert local guide
Excluded
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Snacks
Explore Black culture in Philadelphia with a guided mural tour showcasing art, history, and community resilience.
Highlights
- Immerse in narratives of Black history and art
- Discover hidden gems and community murals
- Authentic experience with knowledgeable native guide
- Safe space for Black individuals to feel seen and heard
- Transformative understanding of Black cultures
Meeting Point
We will meet on the corner of 11th & Cecil B. Moore Ave in front of the tall apartment building.
1100 Cecil B. Moore Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19122 , United States
End Point
This location ends near the final mural which is only twenty minutes away from the original meeting point. This location has a bus spot that leads to Center City near the Reading Terminal on Arch Street or Hard Rock café on Market Street.
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What to expect
Temple
Location: 1100 Cecil B. Moore Ave., Philadelphia, Pa. 19121 Our tour begins at the Temple University campus. Once we have a brief introduction, we will jump into the history of the area and the former NAACP president responsible for changing the lives of tens of thousands of Black locals.
15 minutes
Location: Start at the corner of 10th and Berks Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19121. Next stop is the Viaduct Mural Project, a larger-than-life multi-block art project showcasing the past, present, and future of the local Black residents.
45 minutes
Urban Creators
Location: Urban Creators, 2315 North 11th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19133 Next stop is the Urban Creators Farm, a black-owned farm, park, and outdoor classroom that is the epitome of Black existence and resistance. We will dive into their history and the murals surrounding the land.
15 minutes
2544 Germantown Ave
Location: The Village of Arts & Humanity, 2544 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, Pa 19133 Our final stop is The Village of Arts & Humanity, one of the longest-running Black non-profits with all-year-round multigenerational programs uplifting the surrounding community. We will enjoy the multi-block mural, African statues, and mosaic projects that preserve the cultures of the majority being pushed out due to gentrification.
45 minutes
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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Wheelchair accessible -
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What our experts say
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Try local food at The Village nearby. -
Bring water, it can get warm walking.
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Check out the murals on Germantown Ave.
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Visit the Urban Creators Farm for fresh produce.
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Plan for public transport options after.
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