Black Statue and Monument Tour in Washington D.C.
- 2h 10m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Delve into the rich tapestry of Black history with the Black Statue and Monument Tour in Washington, D.C. This enlightening journey highlights significant monuments and statues that celebrate Black heritage, offering a profound understanding of the stories behind them. Led by knowledgeable guides, the tour ensures a respectful exploration of Black excellence and its impact on America's history. Ideal for history enthusiasts and cultural explorers, this tour promises a unique perspective on the monuments that often go unnoticed. - Explore iconic statues and monuments dedicated to Black history - Gain insights from expert guides passionate about Black heritage - Ideal for history buffs and those seeking cultural understanding - Tour duration and participant requirements available upon inquiry
Inclusions
What's included
- Bottled water
Itinerary
Your accredited guide will share the history behind Dr. Woodson's groundbreaking career and also of his nearby historical landmark home.
Here you will be able to behold a larger-than-life steel statue of music great and DC native, Duke Ellington
We will not go inside the African American Civil War Museum, but we will spend time observing the monument in honor of over 200,000 soldiers.
Here we will pass by a sculpture dedicated to famous Black historical figures Malcolm X and Marcus Garvey by DC artist and local legend, Uzikee Nelson.
"Lady of Fortitude" is an important monument erected by the proud ladies of Delta Sigma Theta sorority at Howard University -- we will stop for a photo inside the campus's inner sanctum time and traffic permitting.
We will pass by the historic Langston Terrace Dwellings as not only do they represent early efforts to create public housing in the nation's capital, but they also feature public art memorializing the Black experience.
We will stop briefly by Chuck Brown Memorial park and behold the space that memorializes a single man who single-handedly fostered a singular sound with "Go-Go Music."
We have two statues to see here that will command our attention -- one of Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune and the other entitled "Emancipation" -- but we will let you decide whether the statue name is appropriate or not once you see it for yourself!
Arguably the most well-known Black monument in the nation's capital, the sheer size and scale command our attention on this stop. But inform as we must, we shall also spill some hot tea about 3 burning controversies surrounding this monument's installation!
We will pass by the historic John A. Wilson Building, which serves as the seat of the District of Columbia government and observe a statue of former famed DC Mayor, Marion Barry. While controversial, there is no dispute that he is a historic figure for DC.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- We will pick you up at 700 M St NW, on the southwest corner where 7th and M streets meet outside the entrance/exit to DC's Metro Mt. Vernon Square/7th Street-Convention Center station served by Metro's Green and Yellow lines. The driver will be waiting for you outside the Metro with a sign.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 20 travellers
- Operated by
- Opalyx 360 Tours
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Washington DC
- Its from-price is 31% below the median of the 767 experiences we list in Washington DC.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Washington DC
Washington, DC is the US capital, a planned city on the Potomac, with a National Mall of monuments and museums and cherry trees in spring.
Washington was planned as a capital in the 1790s, with broad avenues radiating from the Capitol. The National Mall stretches from the Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial, past the Washington Monument and the Reflecting Pool. Memorials to Jefferson, Franklin Roosevelt and Martin Luther King Jr stand around the Tidal Basin, where cherry trees bloom in late March or early April. The White House stands just north of the Mall.
Top-ranked sights in Washington DC: The White House, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Lincoln Memorial.
Special offers in Washington DC
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