Lost Stories of Black Charleston Walking Tour
from $39.00
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Overview
Listen to the lost stories of black Charleston on this 2-hour walking tour. Hear forgotten folktales and learn about the heroes and heroines who were left out of the history books. Gain more understanding about Charleston’s role in the nation’s history on this enthralling walking tour.
2 hours
Meet at the start point (no pickup)
Departure Point: Tour Charleston Headquarters (inside Buxton Books) Address: 160 King Street Charleston, SC 29401
Itinerary
- 1Tour Charleston
"IF THESE STREETS COULD TALK..." and now they will. Author, historian, educator and licensed tour guide, Damon Fordham combines his powerful blend of artful storytelling with solid historical and personal perspective.
- 2Charleston City Market
Visit sites starting with the Charleston City Market, a historic marketplace located in downtown Charleston. Then, head on to Jehu Jones Hotel, Catfish Row (of Porgy and Bess fame).
- 3Heyward-Washington House
Pass by the Heyward-Washington House which belonged to Thomas Heyward Jr., a signer of the United States Declaration of Independence.
- 4Old Slave Mart Museum
Old Slave Mart Museum is the building that once held slave auction galleries, located in downtown Charleston.
- 5Charleston Waterfront Park
See and hear about lesser known places where heroes and heroines made history...but missed the history books. Walk the path from slavery through Reconstruction to civil rights. End by walking along the beautiful Charleston Harbor through Waterfront Park. Discover the forgotten stories of black Charleston on this captivating walking tour.
What's included
- Experience Mother Emanuel A.M. E. Church stories that have faded from memory over the centuries.
- Tours narrated by writer, historian, educator, and licensed tour guide, Damon Fordham
- Walk by historical Charleston sites such as Old Slave Mart Museum and the Heyward-Washington House
- 2-hour Lost Stories of Black Charleston Walking Tour
Not included
- Gratuities
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
