Auburn Avenue African American Half Day Human Rights/Civil Rights Tour

Atlanta, US
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Highlights

  • Experience the rich history of Black life and culture in Atlanta
  • Learn about the inspiring success story of Alonzo Herndon, Georgia's first Black millionaire
  • Explore the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site on Auburn Avenue
  • Visit Booker T Washington High School, Georgia's first Black public high school
  • Ride through Atlanta's HBCUs and iconic landmarks

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All guests are picked up at the Westin Peachtree Plaza Hotel, 210 Peachtree Street NW, downtown Atlanta across from Andrew Young Park and Statue, at the corner of Ted Turner Drive and and Andrew Young International at Westin Peachtree Plaza Hotel Motor Coach Lobby.

What to expect

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Herndon Home

The Historic Herndon Mansion Museum built in 1910 by Alonzo Herndon and wife Adrianne Herndon. Alonzo Herndon was born/enslaved in 1858 on a plantation in Georgia. Alonzo Herndon story is a story of success and dignity. Come to the Herndon Home and see how a man overcame racism and enslaved to become Georgia first Black millionaire.

Duration 30 minutes
Admission Admission Included
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Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site

Martin Luther King Jr., National Historic Park is located on Auburn Avenue Street, this street was once considered the wealthiest Black street in America. Guests will see the community of young Martin Luther King Jr. Martin was born in his Grandfather Rev Alfred Daniel Williams home, this home and community has been restored back to represent the first twelve years of Martin Luther King Jr.

Duration 35 minutes
3

Booker T. Washington High School

Booker T Washington High School is a must see, Georgia first Black public high school named after that world famous educator Booker T Washington. Guest will see how education, a small southern town, and communities provided education for Black students prior to emancipation. See how this small community provide normal Education and college level classes for a deprived community through the Rosenwald foundation.

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Atlanta

Guests will ride through the HBCU, Historic Black Colleges and Universities, Guests will see WEB Dubois statue situated on our famous "Atlanta Student Movement Street", Spelman College, Morehouse College, Ray Charles Performing Arts Center, Clark Atlanta University, and historic West End village, the beginning of the city of Atlanta.

5

Ponce City Market

A must see, Atlanta old Sears building is the new Ponce City Market. This is the new hip thing to hit Midtown Atlanta.

Duration 45 minutes
6

Krog Street Market

Check out Krog Street Market and explore Atlanta Belt Line. Krog Street Market is a local market within Inman Park community, this is a place where our guests can taste local food and wine. Come and play like the local community.

Duration 30 minutes
7

Atlanta Student Movement Blvd

Come and see the street that changed the nation, Atlanta Student Movement Street. Atlanta University Students marched off their campus in protest to the city of Atlanta racial laws of 1960.

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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    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
Provided by Peachy Keen Tourism Travel Unlimited

What our experts say

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    Visit nearby Krog Street Market for local food.
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    Check out Ponce City Market for shopping.
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    Plan to explore Martin Luther King Jr. Park.
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    Bring a camera for stunning historic sites.
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.

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