• Park Avenue - Enjoy a view of Harlem’s iconic 125th Street from the Metro-North Train Station Platform. Additionally, explore artworks that depict Harlem’s rich history.
• Harlem - In addition to the attractions mentioned, the tour will cover the history of the Metro-North train station, Astor’s Row, the “White House” in Harlem, the YMCA, several renowned murals, Lenox Terrace, Harlem Hospital, the Harlem State Office Building, and Blumstein’s Department Store, where MLK had a life-threatening incident. Stroll through Harlem’s streets to truly experience the culture and community.
• Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture - Located in Harlem, this center is one of The New York Public Library’s esteemed research libraries. It is a leading cultural institution dedicated to the study, preservation, and exhibition of materials related to African American, African Diaspora, and African experiences.
• Langston Hughes House - This historic home in Harlem belonged to Langston Hughes, a pivotal figure in the Harlem Renaissance. His life and work will be a significant focus during the tour.
• The National Jazz Museum in Harlem - Open from Thursday to Saturday, this museum celebrates famous Jazz musicians of the Harlem Renaissance. Visitors can explore current exhibits, vintage jazz photos, maps, books, and more.
• Apollo Theater - The legendary Apollo Theater is a cornerstone of Harlem. The tour will cover the “Walk of Fame” in front of the theater and the numerous stars who have graced its stage.
• 2082 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd - The Theresa Hotel. The tour will pass by this historic hotel and delve into its significant role in Harlem’s history.

• Snacks

Our 10,000-step journey will begin with a bird’ s-eye view of 125th Street, Harlem’s most popular street. The main themes we will discuss are the Harlem Renaissance and gentrification.

We walk by and discuss these famous places:

• The world’s famous Apollo Theater
• Sylvia’s Soul Food Restaurant
• The home of Langston Hughes
• Astor’s Row
• Several iconic murals

This tour is based on a book I have written, “You Are Here: A Geographic History of Enslaved and Free Africans in Manhattan from 1613 to 1865.” I will use my tour guide experience (I have given over 700 tours) to make this a fun-filled tour. Best of all, you will have a Harlem experience—see the friendly culture, people, and places of Harlem.

If you are behind schedule, please get in touch with me ASAP. I will have a 5-minute grace period. Afterward, I will proceed to our first stop—the Metro-North Railroad (above-ground train station) directly across the street from the Ginjan Cafe on Park Ave.

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