Connecticut Coloured Regiment Parade Route: An Audio Tour

Connecticut’s story of freedom has some remarkable – but overlooked – chapters. On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll trace the exact parade route taken by the brave men of the 29th and 30th Connecticut Coloured Regiments as they returned from the Civil War on November 24, 1865. Along the way, you’ll discover how these soldiers fought valiantly despite lower pay, discrimination, and the knowledge that they could face execution if captured by Confederate forces. The tour starts at Connecticut’s Old State House on Central Row, where the regiments stood as Governor Buckingham honoured their bravery. You’ll hear the stories of remarkable soldiers like Private Isaac J. Hill, who published a memoir documenting the regiment’s experiences. You’ll also learn how Frederick Douglass visited the regiments’ camp, declaring them “pioneers of the liberty of your race.” The tour ends back at Connecticut’s Old State House.

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Location: Hartford

What's Included

Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
App for Android and iOS
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Community Discussion

Q&A

Q: Is this tour suitable for kids? My 10-year-old loves history!

A: Yes, it's pretty suitable for kids! The stories are engaging and there's a lot of interesting facts to grab their attention. Just make sure to explain some of the tougher themes, like discrimination, in a kid-friendly way. The self-guided nature lets you go at your own pace, which is a plus for younger ones!

Q: If the weather's bad, can I reschedule the tour?

A: Since this is a self-guided audio tour, you can pick any day that works for you! It’s available for download, so you don’t have to worry about cancellations. Just keep an eye on the weather, and enjoy it whenever you feel like it.

Q: What should I wear for this tour? Is it a long walk?

A: Wear comfortable shoes since you'll be walking along the parade route, but it's not an intense hike or anything. Dress for the weather too—layers are great since you’ll be outside and could be moving around a bit. But really, just keep it casual!

Discussions

Just did the Connecticut Coloured Regiment Parade Route audio tour—so impactful!

I finally took the audio tour last weekend starting at the Old State House in Hartford. Wow, the stories of the 29th and 30th Connecticut Coloured Regiments really hit home! The way they described Private Isaac J. Hill's experiences made it feel so real. I walked the whole route, and it took me about 1.5 hours, and I could stop whenever I wanted. Highly recommend it for anyone into history. Plus, it's free, which is a steal!

Considering this as a gift for my dad—any thoughts?

I stumbled upon this audio tour and think it could be a great gift for my dad, who loves Civil War history. I’m a bit worried though—will he find it engaging? I know the story is powerful, but he can be picky about tours. Anyone had a similar experience?