2.5 Hours Essence of Memphis African American History Tour
Overview
This tour is for residents, families, and visitors who are looking for the activities to do that are safe, fun and insightful.
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What to expect
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Pass By: National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel, 450 Mulberry St, Memphis, TN 38103-4214
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.
Pass By: Slave Haven / Burkle Estate Museum, 826 N 2nd St, Memphis, TN 38107-2302
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.
Pass By: Beale Street, Memphis, TN 38103
We will tell you the "rest of the story" about this most iconic street. Once referred to as the Negro Mainstreet USA.
Pass By: Historic Mason Temple, 938 Mason St, Memphis, TN 38126-5219
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.
Pass By: Clayborn Temple, 294 Hernando St, Memphis, TN 38126-1906
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.
Additional information
- 3 person minimum required.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Dress code is smart casual
- 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.
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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The African American History tour was a phenomenal experience! Ms. Jackie did and excellent job explaining all historical sites! Thanks Ms. Jackie for a wonderful experience!
The African American History tour was a phenomenal experience! Ms. Jackie did and excellent job explaining all historical sites! Thanks Ms. Jackie for a wonderful experience!Jackie was knowledgeable and patient, encouraging questions and providing indepth answers, going beyond the surface. Engaging and fun.
Jackie was knowledgeable and patient, encouraging questions and providing indepth answers, going beyond the surface. Engaging and fun.Went on a personal tour w Ms. Jackie. We were the only booked ride for the day. We had a ball. Not only did she share history, she sang and played some blues which was delightful. We started at the Welcome center to end at Beale St. We made on stop to stretch our legs at the I AM MAN memorial sit...
Went on a personal tour w Ms. Jackie. We were the only booked ride for the day. We had a ball. Not only did she share history, she sang and played some blues which was delightful. We started at the Welcome center to end at Beale St. We made on stop to stretch our legs at the I AM MAN memorial site. It was a great tour. I recommend everyone takes it. There is a lot of history and mystery in Memphis!Ms. Jackie provided a delightful interactive African American centered tour, that was complete with song and narration. Some was scripted, but much was extemporaneous. Her singing voice is absolutely stellar! My husband and I were enthralled from the moment the tour began. It ended up being a...
Ms. Jackie provided a delightful interactive African American centered tour, that was complete with song and narration. Some was scripted, but much was extemporaneous. Her singing voice is absolutely stellar! My husband and I were enthralled from the moment the tour began. It ended up being a private tour so we had a front row seat and individualized attention. Ms. Jackie happily entertained questions! We thought we knew about much of the history of this country, but we both learned so much more! It is a rich cultural experience and I highly recommend this tour. If you make your way to Memphis, take the tour and ask for Ms. Jackie!Loved Jackie's passion & enthusiasm. She's a great singer/storyteller & her personal touches really enhanced the tour! Enjoyed being her VIPs for the day! Highly recommend!
Loved Jackie's passion & enthusiasm. She's a great singer/storyteller & her personal touches really enhanced the tour! Enjoyed being her VIPs for the day! Highly recommend!Ms. Jackie delivered a comprehensive and theatrical account of black history in Memphis and it repercussions throughout the nation. Her tour is both well-researched, informative, and entertaining. I highly recommend this engaging tour and Ms. Jackie specifically.
Ms. Jackie delivered a comprehensive and theatrical account of black history in Memphis and it repercussions throughout the nation. Her tour is both well-researched, informative, and entertaining. I highly recommend this engaging tour and Ms. Jackie specifically.