Excellent tour of Harlem
This was a great tour. Carolyn is a very knowledgeable guide and a lovely person to spend an afternoon with.
Harlem Civil Rights Walking Tour
Learn about this pivotal time in history
Visit some hidden Harlem treasures
Delightful local lunch included
Why take this Harlem Civil Rights tour?
The Civil Rights Movement was a very pivotal period in the history of the United States. Harlem had a significant role during the Civil Rights Movement, and on this tour you will gain a clear understanding of what happened during this great time in history and the role Harlem played.
Highlights
Hear about important events that took place in Harlem pertinent to the Civil Rights Movement
Visit the original Temple No. 7 and the Blumstein Department Store
Learn about the famous March on Washington House and Harlem’s connection
Find out what happened during the two Harlem Riots
Visit the Mother A.M.E. Zion Church, Abyssinian Baptist Church — to name a few!
Expand your knowledge as we visit the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture
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Trip Details
The specifics
Price (USD)
$65 per person
Start time
11 AM
Meeting point
116th Street and Lenox Avenue (in front of CVS)
Availability
Wednesdays, all year-round
Exceptions: December 24-25, December 31-January 1
Duration
3 hours
Group size
Maximum 30
Included
A delicious lunch
Not included
Transportation
What to bring
Please wear comfortable walking shoes, bring an open mind and heart, camera, and a smile on your face
Good to know
Tours must be booked at least 24 hours in advance.
What you'll do
The Civil Rights Movement was a very pivotal period in the history of the United States. Harlem had a significant role during the Civil Rights Movement, and on this tour you will walk the streets, visit the sites and learn about individuals who contributed to this cause in Harlem. Some protested, marched, fought for, and even died for this movement — our guides will help you gain a clear understanding of this monumental time in history.
Get ready to walk from 116th Street uptown to the 137th area and learn about our proud contribution to the Civil Rights Movement. You’ll learn about critical events that took place in Harlem pertinent to the Civil Rights Movement and also the important, pivotal people during this time. Malcolm X, A. Philip Randolph, Josephine Baker, Adam Clayton Powell, Jr., Roy Wilkins, W.E.B. DuBois, Walter White, Wyatt Tee Walker, James Weldon Johnson, John Carlos, Ossie Davis and Ruby Dee, Bayard Rustin, Paul Robeson and more.
Check out what our guests are saying
Harlem is much more than the Apollo.
Carolyn helps you understand the rich history of Harlem. We were familiar with the Harlem Renaissance, but we learned that it was just one slice of the History. Waiting to start the tour, we learned a lot sitting in Carolyn’s place.
The most enlightening experience of Harlem that is worth more than time or money
OUTSTANDING! For my sister and I, we were thoroughly impressed, and we can truly appreciate the hard work of research that she has done to make this an invaluable experience. She knew the history behind the architecture, the events in the buildings of the community, the back story on both the famous and infamous people in Harlem from to 1900’s, through the Renaissance to present day. Best of all is that she is an excellent storyteller. You could truly envision being right there where history was made. This tour is worth booking a weekend trip to NY for.
We had a great experience with Carolyn. We planned a private walking tour of Harlem as with a corporate group of 10. Carolyn is not only knowledgeable of the history of Harlem, but she is very engaging. It made for a truly enjoyable experience. I’d recommend this tour for anyone, and I plan to return with my family to experience it again.
DELIGHTFUL
Carolyn was AWESOME & SO KNOWLEDGEABLE WE THOROUGHLY ENJOYED EVERY MINUTE OF OUR EXPERIENCE. we personally feel she went above & beyond is showing us all the rich history & beauty of Harlem.
