NYC Slavery and Underground Railroad Tour - In English
Highlights
- Freedom Trail in New York
- Underground Railroad
- Visit an archeological site and memorial dedicated to the memory of enslaved Africans in colonial America
- Listen to tales of courage and triumph and discover the stories of real New Yorkers
- An afternoon start time allows you to fit this tour in before dinner
Overview
Follow the Freedom Trail in New York! Learn the exciting history of how a band of brave men and women formed the networks that became the Underground Railroad. Visit an archeological site and memorial dedicated to the memory of enslaved Africans in colonial America. View a former station that was part of the Underground Railroad. Learn about the riots, revolts, and dramatic escapes that occurred during the era of American slavery. Listen to tales of courage and triumph and discover the stories of real New Yorkers who risked their lives and properties to help people escape American Slavery
What's included
- Guide
- Slavery in Historical Context
- New York’s Role in Slavery
- History of the Underground Railroad
- African Burial Ground
- Fraunces Tavern
- The site of New York’s first slave market
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Meet your guided in front of the Museum of the American Indian -
The guide will be holding up a Red, Inside Out Tours Flag
Tour ends at African Burial Ground National Monument - Broadway between Duane Street and Reade Street
Please note
This tour is wheelchair-accessible.
Know before you go
Departure Time: 1 p.m. EST on Sat - 11 a.m. EST on Wed
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Cancellation policy
No cancellation within 48 hours
