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Savannah Slavery to Freedom Tour: Historical Journey
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134 Ratings
Savannah
Embark on a mesmerizing journey through Savannah's past with the Savannah Slavery to Freedom Tour. Discover the African American experience from slavery to freedom during the Antebellum days.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Historic River Street - Learn about the history of the West African tribes that were routed to Savannah and used in slave labor to build the warehouses along River Street.
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Cluskey Vaults - See where cotton was shipped out to the United Kingdom and storages that look similar to ‘slave holding bins’ in Ghana, Senegal, Gambia, and Benin, West Africa
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Johnson Square - Stand where slaves were auctioned off in Johnson Square.
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Second African Baptist Church - Learn about the incredible journey to freedom as you board the vehicle and travel past the Second African Baptist Church
What's Included
- African American Monument
- 2-2.5 hour fully narrated tour
- Predominantly walking tour
- Visit Cluskey Vaults
- Explore Johnson Square
- ‘Sistah Patt’, a Master Gullah Geechee storyteller
What's Not Included
- Gratuities for Guides
- Bottled water
- Cost of parking
Additional Information
Commence an extraordinary voyage through Savannah’s history with the Savannah Slavery to Freedom Tour, presented by Savannah’s renowned Master Gullah Geechee Truth-Teller, ‘Sistah Patt’. This is a captivating exploration of the African American progression from bondage to liberty, set against the backdrop of Savannah’s coast during the Antebellum period (1748-1864).
- This does include a 60-90 minute walking tour
- River Street’s tricky cobblestone and brick alleyways will be difficult for anyone with mobility impairments
Location
223 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
This is the Gray Line guest office located next door to The Clyde Coffee Shop
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(134 Ratings)
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F2741enmarkl
Jul 19, 2024
Best Tour in Savannah! - Sister Rozz is a wealth of knowledge! She doesn’t sugar coat the tour. She is a truth teller of the highest degree! I cannot begin to recommend this tour enough. It will open your eyes ro the history of Savannah (and our country) in ways you never thought possible. And she does it in such a way that keeps your attention and makes you want to know even more.
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Charlottehm9912af
Jul 17, 2024
Book this tour!!! - This tour is a must see!! Sista Rozz was knowledgeable and informative. She has worked and continues to work to uncover and speak hidden truths about Savannah history. Book it!!!
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Marykayeades
Jul 17, 2024
Highly recommend! - This tour was incredibly meaningful and informative. Instead of romanticizing plantation life, the tour detailed the harsh realities of slavery in U.S. history. There were several things I learned that should be well known, but probably aren’t. For instance, I learned the location of the Savannah slave auction block that sold thousands of humans, the Weeping Time when the skies broke out with rain after a huge slave sale, the legacy of Susie King Taylor and her newly named Savannah square, and the Whipping Tree located in the slave cemetery. It was all quite interesting. I highly recommend this tour!
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Anthony_w
Jul 11, 2024
True History - Would highly recommend if you’re interested in learning TRUE history! I lived in Savannah for over 7 years and learned some things that blew my mind.
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Elbert_j
Jul 7, 2024
Accepting the truth allows us to grow - The experience of this tour, if you want a tour that focuses on the truth, this tour is a must and focuses on what actually happened during the slave trade. Excellent!
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Yolanda_d
Jul 7, 2024
Mrs.Pat her passion, we was very impressed - The politics. Mrs.Pat and her passion.learning of the symbols of the iron & how much they are everywhere
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David_p
Jul 5, 2024
Educational, inspirational, and memorable. - All of it.
I wish there was a pamphlet to help me remember all the enlightening facts.
I look forward to telling my friends and family.
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Courtenay_s
Jun 30, 2024
Excellent “real” history lesson - This tour is truly amazing and sure to stir up so many emotions which is typical for many African Americans when we discuss the history of slavery in America. Ms. Roz was an amazing guide and full of information and I admire her for her courage and willingness to speak the truth. If you’re ready for a “real” history lesson and open to the truth many don’t want taught, this is the tour for you.
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Gwendolyn_w
Jun 30, 2024
Absolutely Wonderful - This was the BEST TOUR EVER!! So much wonderful information that has been hidden. Absolutely the Best Thing we did in Savanna. A 20 out of 10. A Must So Tour.
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Russell_g
Jun 27, 2024
Real History - I learned so much of the true history of Savannah. Sista Rozz was a great passionate tour guide . She was full of knowledge . I must see.
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