Tulsa’s Black Wall Street 1921 Massacre Self Guided Walking Tour

Here in the Greenwood District, you'll find the true heartbeat of Tulsa—a place once known as Black Wall Street, where African American dreams soared, only to be shattered and rebuilt with unyielding

Here in the Greenwood District, you'll find the true heartbeat of Tulsa—a place once known as Black Wall Street, where African American dreams soared, only to be shattered and rebuilt with unyielding courage after the nineteen twenty-one Massacre. Our tour will take you from John Hope Franklin Reconciliation Park, along the streets of the historic Greenwood District, and end at the Greenwood Cultural Center, a living testament to the perseverance and achievements of Black Tulsans. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour never expires.

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Location: Tulsa

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Q: Is this tour suitable for kids? What age is best?

A: Absolutely! The Tulsa's Black Wall Street tour is educational and engaging, making it suitable for kids aged 10 and up. They’ll learn about an important part of history while being able to explore at their own pace. Just make sure they’re okay with walking, as there are some distances to cover, but it's manageable!

Q: What happens if the weather is bad on the day we want to do the tour?

A: Since this is a self-guided tour, you can choose to wait until the weather clears up. You can do the tour anytime, and it never expires! Just check the forecast and plan accordingly. If you want to be extra prepared, bring an umbrella just in case!

Q: How long does the tour typically take?

A: The tour duration really varies since it's self-paced! Most people take about 2-3 hours, depending on how much time you spend at each stop. Since it's through the historic Greenwood District, you'll probably want to take your time soaking it all in!

Discussions

Thinking about gifting the Black Wall Street tour - any thoughts?

I’m considering giving the Tulsa’s Black Wall Street Self Guided Walking Tour as a gift for my history-loving friend. I love that you can go at your own pace and it starts at John Hope Franklin Reconciliation Park. Has anyone done this? Would love to hear your experiences!

Did the Black Wall Street tour recently - what an experience!

I just finished the Tulsa's Black Wall Street tour, and wow, what a powerful experience. The app was super easy to use, and learning about the Greenwood District as I walked was incredible. I ended at the Cultural Center, which really tied everything together. Highly recommend it for anyone interested in history!