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Birmingham Civil Rights Experience: Insightful Black History Tour
4.8
14 Ratings
Birmingham
Join Wilhelmina Thomas on an insightful black history tour of Birmingham, Alabama. Discover the true and devastating experiences of African Americans in the most segregated city in the country.
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Birmingham Historic Touring Company - Your tour begins at our shop and proceeds down 20th street toward 4th Ave North covering the Black contributions to the founding of Birmingham
What's Included
- All applicable taxes and fees
Additional Information
This excursion exposes the harsh reality of everyday life for African Americans in the country’s most segregated city. Guided by Wilhelmina Thomas, a skillful narrator, an expert seamstress, and a crafts activist who was raised in the Riley, Wenonah and Hillman neighborhoods on the western side of Birmingham, Alabama. She went to Wenonah Elementary, Riley Elementary, and Jones Valley High Schools. Her earliest recollections include attending the church, associating with the civic league, and participating in the Civil Rights Movement. Her personal experiences ignite her passion for African, African American, and Birmingham history.
Location
Birmingham Historic Touring Company
20th Street North
Please note that tours begin at our shop at 219 20th Street North Downtown Birmingham 35203 - please check your GPS - NOT Irondale...NOT on Richard Arrington Blvd.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(14 Ratings)
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Shelia_b
May 27, 2024
The 16th Street Baptist C... - The 16th Street Baptist C
hurch and the statue depicting the four girls killed in the bombing. I wanted to do the museum. But, it was closed.
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Stuff583
May 21, 2024
Wonderfully informative and entertaining. - The. tour was exceptional. Willamina was very knowledgeable, providing background information and context to the sights on the tour. She not. only explained the historical significance of stops, but also related other stories and events (both historical and current) as we walked to them.
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Howardf782
Apr 29, 2024
Black History Matters! - We thoroughly enjoyed our tour! Wilhamina offered a wealth of information and insight (above and beyond what is written on the signs) and was such a pleasant person to spend time with! The pace and coverage of the tour was great as well! Highly recommended!
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Monicavc6060ft
Apr 29, 2024
Birmingham Civil Rights Tour - Wilhamina is a jewel with deep understanding of Birmingham’s role during the Civil Right’s movement.
As a local she was able to share more personal perspectives of the times.
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Davegl100
Dec 3, 2023
Great for those interested in Civil Rights history - Wilhelminatook us on a walk through the historic area of Birmingham illustrating it with a wealth of local history and stories.
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Jenny
Sep 11, 2023
Wonderful tour guide who really knows the city and history from living it - We loved this tour. Being able to learn the history from someone who has lived her whole life here (and during the events discussed in the tour) was invaluable! Wilhelmina was great at answering our questions, and presenting the information in great ways for the adults and teens.
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Wausautraveler24
Jan 29, 2023
Worth the time and cost! - While we could have done a self guided walking tour, our guide gave so much insight and historical detail that 90 minutes quickly passed. Describing both the positives and horrific happenings in 1963 we gained knowledge and understanding of the Birmingham black community.
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Margaretelena5
Dec 14, 2022
Hear it from a local - Great tour with quality commentary from a local! Answered all my questions and took me around town on foot.
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Kario364
Oct 28, 2023
Important history - Our guide gave us a personalized and engaging tour of this historic site. Very interesting and emotional. Glad we did it.
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44thadb
May 8, 2023
Walking historical tour of important civil rights events and forgotten Black history - Great history lesson. Walking historical tour of important civil rights events and forgotten Black history
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