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Chicago African American Heritage: Discover Impactful Figures
4.5
55 Ratings
Chicago
Explore the rich African American heritage of Chicago on this immersive tour. Visit iconic landmarks, museums, and homes of influential figures who have shaped the city's history. Discover the impact of African Americans on Chicago's culture, politics, and society. Join us now!
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Bronzeville - A tour of predominantly African American Chicago. We visit historic and cultural rich Bronzeville. Home of the Pilgrim Baptist Church, the birthplace of gospel music. As we tour through Bronzeville we give a historical prospect of the area and why it’s called Bronzeville. The color bronze, does that give you a hint? We stop by Elijah Muhammad house in Hyde Park, the man who founded America’s black Muslim movement in America. We will also see the home of the sometimes controversial Louis Farrakhan. We then travel to Muhammad Ali’s former residence and the Reverend Jesse Jackson’s Operation Push national headquarters.
What's Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Optional airport pickup at 10% discount compared to Uber
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Join us on this journey as we explore the DuSable Museum of African American History, dedicating approximately 45 minutes at this museum. We will be visiting the homes of prominent figures such as Louis Farrakhan, the previous residences of Elijah Muhammad and Muhammad Ali. Along our path, we will observe the home of the 44th President of the US, Barack Obama and the home of Reverend Jessie Jackson. Gain knowledge on how African Americans have incredibly influenced Chicago and understand the significance of the railways, acted as pivotal conduits during the Great Migration for African Americans seeking a new life in Chicago. We look forward to your company on this cultural journey!
- FOR GROUPS OF 12 OR MORE TRAVELERS, 7 DAYS NOTICE IS REQUIRED.
Location
The Chicago Theatre
North State Street
Travelers will meet tour guide in front of the Chicago Theatre located at 175 N State Chicago.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.5
(55 Ratings)
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87mildredp
Jun 3, 2024
So glad we took this tour. The things and places we saw on the southside of Chicago were amazing. - The views were amazing. I noted many of them, so I was able to tell my family and friends the places and things we saw. The future presidential library space was very memorable and gives me a reason to come back once it is finished. DuSable museum was included, wish we had more time to explore. We visited the restaurant where President Obama ate breakfast was exciting, sorry we didn't try one of his favorite breakfast meals. The tour was well wort the cost. Would have like the tip included in the cost to keep from guessing what an appropriate tip was. The guide was very knowledgeable
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Crystal
Jun 2, 2024
Wonderful - This was a very thorough and informative tour. He was friendly and accommodating. Went above and beyond what we expected
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Chedra_b
Apr 20, 2024
I've been to Chicago many... - I've been to Chicago many times. I loved seeing it in a new light. This is a must see. All of the interesting sights and museum were excellent.
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Edward_m
Apr 17, 2024
Great African American Chicago Highlights Tour. - Steve was a great tour guide and it was an excellent tour. I enjoyed the tour and learned so much about Chicago.
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Amy_e
Oct 11, 2023
Great experience - Very entertaining and informative! The tour guide was extremely personable. I highly recommend taking this tour.
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Sharon_h
Oct 9, 2023
A Lot of People’s - A lot of people’s!
will enjoy the tour presentation by a knowledgeable Chicago resident who has no problem doing a very good JOBS
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Renae_m
Jun 7, 2024
Chicago in Black & White - If you want to learn about Chicago through the lens of a proud Black Chicago-born man then this is the tour for you. My family and I throughly enjoyed it. The personal experience was worth it for us. My husband even got an added tour of some other places in Chicago (Chinatown etc) that are not a part of the tour. Very glad we did it.
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Tamara
Oct 23, 2023
A LOT OF PEOPLE will enjoy this tour. - I booked this tour to gain positive insight into Chicago from the African-American perspective. Mr. Steve Johnson was very engaging, entertaining, and personable. He is knowledgeable about the history of Chicago and the contributions African Americans made in Chicago. A LOT OF PEOPLE will enjoy this tour. The cons” The tour stated to end the tour at a soul food restaurant, we did not experience that when we asked; The guide did not know what we were referring to. Secondly, it was longer than anticipated. Overall, a good tour and good experience!
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Sara_h
Mar 21, 2024
The tour did not show any... - The tour did not show any positive aspects of the current black population of Chicago. The tour guide was courteous but could not hear the people in the rear of the van.
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Deborah_c
Mar 18, 2024
Disappointing and overpriced - Whike I did discover new thinngs about black Chicsgo, I expected to see sites tthat were uplifting. Too much focus on the negative aspects of black Chicago. I feel that the tour guide, Steve interjected too much of his personal opinions and not enough facts.
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