Lost Stories of Black Charleston Walking Tour
Charleston, US
97% of travellers recommend this
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2-hour walking tour
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Expert guide included
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Visit historic sites
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Wheelchair accessible
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Family-friendly experience
Explore the untold stories of black Charleston on a captivating 2-hour walking tour, revealing the city's rich and often overlooked history.
Featured Reviews
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Experience mother emanuel a.m. e. church stories that have faded from memory over the centuries. -
Walk by historical charleston sites such as old slave mart museum and the heyward-washington house
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Tours narrated by writer, historian, educator, and licensed tour guide, damon fordham
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2-hour lost stories of black charleston walking tour
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Gratuities
Explore the untold stories of black Charleston on a captivating 2-hour walking tour, revealing the city's rich and often overlooked history.
Highlights
- Powerful storytelling of black Charleston's lost stories
- Visit historic sites including Charleston City Market and Old Slave Mart Museum
- Learn about forgotten heroes and heroines of black Charleston
- Explore the path from slavery through Reconstruction to civil rights
- Walk along the beautiful Charleston Harbor through Waterfront Park
Meeting Point
Departure Point: Tour Charleston Headquarters (inside Buxton Books) Address: 160 King Street Charleston, SC 29401
160 King St, Charleston, SC 29401 , United States
End Point
Departure Point: Tour Charleston Headquarters (inside Buxton Books) Address: 160 King Street Charleston, SC 29401
160 King St, Charleston, SC 29401 , United States
What to expect
Tour Charleston
"IF THESE STREETS COULD TALK..." and now they will. Author, historian, educator and licensed tour guide, Damon Fordham combines his powerful blend of artful storytelling with solid historical and personal perspective.
Charleston City Market
Visit sites starting with the Charleston City Market, a historic marketplace located in downtown Charleston. Then, head on to Jehu Jones Hotel, Catfish Row (of Porgy and Bess fame).
30 minutes
Heyward-Washington House
Pass by the Heyward-Washington House which belonged to Thomas Heyward Jr., a signer of the United States Declaration of Independence.
10 minutes
Admission Not Included
Old Slave Mart Museum
Old Slave Mart Museum is the building that once held slave auction galleries, located in downtown Charleston.
15 minutes
Admission Not Included
Charleston Waterfront Park
See and hear about lesser known places where heroes and heroines made history...but missed the history books. Walk the path from slavery through Reconstruction to civil rights. End by walking along the beautiful Charleston Harbor through Waterfront Park. Discover the forgotten stories of black Charleston on this captivating walking tour.
30 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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Not recommended for participants with spinal injuries
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Children must be accompanied by an adult
What our experts say
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Check out the nearby Charleston City Market. -
Visit the Old Slave Mart Museum for context.
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Bring water as you'll be walking a lot.
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Consider dining at Husk for local cuisine.
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Wear comfortable shoes for the tour.
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