2.5 Hours Essence of Memphis African American History Tour
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Duration 2.5 hours
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Small group experience
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Audio guide in English
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All taxes and fees included
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Wheelchair accessible
Explore the rich African American history of Memphis in a captivating 2.5-hour tour, uncovering significant sites from slavery to civil rights.
Featured Reviews
Included
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All taxes, fees and handling charges
Excluded
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Food and drinks
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Hotel pickup and drop-off
Explore the rich African American history of Memphis in a captivating 2.5-hour tour, uncovering significant sites from slavery to civil rights.
Highlights
- Explore historical sites connected to slavery and the Civil Rights Movement
- Visit the National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel
- Discover the Slave Haven / Burkle Estate Museum
- Learn about the history of Beale Street
- Pass by significant locations related to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
What to expect
National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel
From 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
This 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
We will tell you the "rest of the story" about this most iconic street. Once referred to as the Negro Mainstreet USA.
Historic Mason Temple
This 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
It 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.
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
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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3 person minimum required.
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Dress code is smart casual
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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.
What our experts say
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Visit the National Civil Rights Museum nearby.
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Try the BBQ at Central BBQ after the tour.
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Check out Beale Street for live music.
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Dress comfortably for neighborhood explorations.
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Bring a camera for stunning site views.
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