Auburn Avenue African American Half Day Human Rights/Civil Rights Tour

Auburn Avenue African American All Inclusive Tour is designed to give guests an overview of Black life and culture in Atlanta, starting from Juneteenth/Emancipation Day,1865 to Atlanta modern Civil Ri

Auburn Avenue African American All Inclusive Tour is designed to give guests an overview of Black life and culture in Atlanta, starting from Juneteenth/Emancipation Day,1865 to Atlanta modern Civil Rights Movement, 1965. Heavy emphasis will be placed on Rosenwald educational system for Black students in Atlanta and Booker T Washington who was known as the Great Black Educator. Come and see the relationship between Alonzo Herndon, George Washington Carver, and Julius Rosenwald Foundation. Guests will see Atlanta Historic Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU), Georgia's first Black public high school and America's first Black city park. Booker T Washington High School was the first black public high school in Georgia and the first Black school in the Atlanta Public School System. Come and see how Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Grandfather organized the community to create a public high school for Black students in Atlanta. Dr. Martin Luther graduated from this school.

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Location: Atlanta

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Q&A

Q: Are there any age restrictions for this tour?

A: No age restrictions! It's a family-friendly tour, so kids can join as long as they're accompanied by an adult. Just keep in mind that younger kids might not grasp all the historical context, but they'll definitely enjoy the stories and sights.

Q: What's the parking situation like around the start point of the tour?

A: Parking is usually pretty easy at the starting point! There are several public lots nearby, and some street parking available too. Just be sure to check for any local parking regulations to avoid tickets.

Q: What should I wear for the tour? Is it outdoor or indoor mostly?

A: The tour is primarily outdoor, so be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes. Dress for the weather—layers are a good idea in case it gets cool. Also, don't forget sun protection if it's sunny!

Discussions

Thinking of gifting the Civil Rights Tour in Atlanta. Worth it?

Hey everyone! I’m considering gifting the Auburn Avenue African American Half Day Human Rights Tour to my parents. They love history and would appreciate learning more about civil rights in Atlanta. Has anyone done this tour? How was the experience? I saw it includes visits to HBCUs and places tied to MLK, which sounds amazing!

Anyone have tips for the Auburn Avenue tour?

I just booked the Auburn Avenue tour for next weekend. Super excited! I've read great things, but I’d love to hear any tips or must-sees from people who've done it. Anything specific I should look out for?