• Barbados - This tour delves into the history of enslavement and emancipation in Barbados. It starts with the tale of Yarico at Kendall, encouraging reflection on early colonial interactions. The journey continues to the Newton Burial Ground, which exposes the human toll of slavery, followed by a visit to the Ironmongers Tavern slave market, a stark reminder of the human trade. The “Negro Yard” at Guinea Plantation provides insight into the daily lives of the enslaved, while Baileys and Simmons Plantation highlights the significant Bussa Rebellion.
  The tour also features Rock Hall, the first free village, symbolizing post-emancipation community development, along with Mount Wilton and Hangman’s Hill, known for its harsh punishments. Guided discussions throughout the tour offer essential historical context, promoting a deeper understanding of this crucial period in Barbados’s history. Many stops on the tour allow for photo opportunities.

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This tour delves into the history of enslavement and emancipation in Barbados, with a dedicated focus on the lives of Black Barbadians, both enslaved and free. It explores locations that illuminate their path from early colonial encounters to liberation: Yarico’s Story at Kendall, the Newton Burial Ground, the Ironmongers Tavern slave market, the “Negro Yard” at Guinea Plantation, Baileys and Simmons Plantation (site of the Bussa Rebellion), Rock Hall, Mount Wilton, and Hangman’s Hill. This tour purposefully omits discussions of governors, state, or royal officials, centering the narrative unapologetically on the experiences of Black lives.

Additionally, this tour can be tailored to the traveler’s specific interests, offering a more personalized and comprehensive exploration of this vital aspect of Barbados’s heritage with a historian who is highly knowledgeable about Black Barbadian history.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.