2.5 Hours Essence of Memphis African American History Tour | 2 hours 30 minutes

165 Reviews | Memphis
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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Overview

On this 2.5 hour African American History tour, we will be your "conductor" and take you on a journey through Memphis that will be sure to open your eyes to some of the most historical sites connected to slavery through to the Civil Rights Movement and beyond. There is so much more to Memphis than Downtown to experience, so we will also explore some of our interesting neighborhoods. This tour is for residents, families, and visitors who are looking for the activities to do that are safe, fun and insightful.

Meeting points

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel (Pass By)

    From our vehicle you will see the balcony of the Lorraine Motel, room 306 where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated on April 4, 1968. This is also the location of the National Civil Rights Museum.

  • Slave Haven / Burkle Estate Museum (Pass By)

    This was once the home of Jacob Burkle, a German immigrant who chose to participate in the Underground Railroad. This home was a stop on the Underground Railroad and is now a museum.

  • Beale Street (Pass By)

    We will tell you the "rest of the story" about this most iconic street. Once referred to as the Negro Mainstreet USA.

  • Historic Mason Temple (Pass By)

    This is the world headquarters for the Church of God in Christ. It was here where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. gave his last speech, "I've Been to the Mountaintop" less than 24 hours before he was assassinated.

  • Clayborn Temple (Pass By)

    It was in this church, built in the late 1800's, Sanitation Workers gathered to strategize the strike that caused Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to come to Memphis.

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Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 3 person minimum required.
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • This tour does not stop for guests to visit museums. Visits can be made at your leisure on your own. We will drive by sites with narration.

Free Cancellation

February 05100% refund
February 06No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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INCREDIBLE tour and experience.

Published on Jan, 2025

This was a REMARKABLE experience. I would recommend this to any individual or family. Jackie is SUPER knowledgable and entertaining. I thought I knew a lot about Memphis and it's history. You will complete this tour realizing that you were only scratching the surface. The history goes deeper than you know.

GOAT

Published on Nov, 2024

Queen had the ability to keep the interest of the wide age range of our kids. Plus she handled heavy subjects with care considering our children.

A Profound and upbeat tour

Published on Nov, 2024

Amazing introduction to the history of African Americans in Memphis along with current cultural efforts of the community. An essential addition to visitong the National Civil Rights Museum.

Second to None

Published on Oct, 2024

On October 19, 2024, my tour group of 19 and I had the pleasure of experiencing Memphis with a personal tour with ‘A Tour of Possibilities’. Our club sponsors a yearly trip with the purpose of embracing the history and culture of the area visited, ensuring that the location also embodies the African American experience. There is always some level of anxiety when relying on the internet to guide your choices. But in this instance, the positive reputation of ‘A Tour of Possibilities’ rang true. Queen, as she is affectionately and appropriately called, is the awe-inspiring proprietor of ‘A Tour of Possibilities’. She is vibrant, energetic, and knowledgeable. Her passion for history and truth resonates through her every spoken word. She is captivating and affectionate and makes everyone feel valued. She welcomes questions and provides resources for continued exploration. We discovered many legends in Memphis, past and present, and Queen walks alongside such legends. I pray for her continued success in business and in life and that our paths may one day cross again. Ivy & the members of JULSC

Must do Memphis Tour

Published on Oct, 2024

This is a great tour! Very informative and engaging, we really enjoyed our experience. Everyone should know more about the history of this country. This is the best local tour I have been on in any city.

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