NYC slavery and Underground Railroad walking tour

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Place: New York

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Language: English

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Explore Lower Manhattan sites relevant to the slave trade
Discover the exciting history of the Underground Railroad
Learn about the early African-American history of New York

What to expect

Explore Lower Manhattan sites relevant to the slave trade and discover the history of the Underground Railroad on this 2.5-hour walking tour!

Follow your guide from Battery Park to Wall Street to the African Burial Ground and discover the early African-American history of New York and how African-Americans impacted the creation of the city. You'll visit an archeological site and memorial dedicated to the memory of enslaved Africans in colonial America.

Then, discover the exciting history of the Underground Railroad, a network of clandestine routes and safe houses used by enslaved African Americans primarily to escape into free states and Canada. You'll learn about the revolts, kidnappings, and dramatic escapes that occurred during the era of American slavery. Hear the stories of real New Yorkers who risked their lives and properties to help people escape slavery.

You'll view historic sites like Fraunces Tavern, Trinity Church, Federal Hall, NYC Stock Exchange, Wall Street, and the African Burial Ground National Memorial.

You will be on your feet for most of the tour so please wear comfortable footwear
All attractions are exterior visits
Tours run rain or shine
Infants (0-4) are free of charge
During your visit, you may be videotaped or photographed by the local supplier. Your reservation serves as permission for use of your image.

What’s included

Guided walking tour

What’s not included

Tips (optional)

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Museum of the American Indian, 1 Bowling Green, New York, NY 10004, USA

Meeting point:

Meet your guide at the front steps of the Museum of the American Indian. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the departure time of the tour. The guide will be holding up a Red, Inside Out Tours Flag.