Dr. Martin Luther King Walking Tour with Local Historian
Experience a guided tour of the historic neighborhood where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. spent his childhood. Our tour gives an in-depth overview of the life of Dr. King Jr. from his formative years as a youth growing up on historic “Sweet Auburn” Ave, once called the richest Negro street in the world, to his impact as a leader in the Civil Rights Movement. Hear the stories that helped shape his character. You’ll gain insight into Atlanta’s history as well as other movers and shakers such as the city’s first Black Millionaire, on through the struggles of the Jim Crow era. Our guide is a long-time Atlanta resident who has worked for three former Atlanta Mayors including civil rights icon and former U.S. Ambassador. Andrew J. Young Jr.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Ebenezer Baptist Church, 101 Jackson St NE, Atlanta, GA 30312-1501
Begin in front of Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church with a brief of history of the formation of Atlanta, the Civil War, reconstruction and Jim Crow.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site, 450 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30312-1504
As the walk continues learn “Daddy Kings” background and how the family became associated with original Ebenezer Baptist Church. Along the way we visit Freedom Hall and see exhibits on Dr. King, Jr. and Coretta Scott King. We see The Reflecting Pool and tombs of Dr. and Mrs. King, Jr.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr, 501 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30312, USA
Spend time in front of the birth home of Martin Luther King, Jr. learning about the economic, social and religious background in which he grew up.
Duration: 10 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Transportation is wheelchair accessible"
"Surfaces are wheelchair accessible"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"Minimum numbers of (4) guest to run tour. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund."
"Please advise any specific dietary requirements in the (Special Reqirements Section) when checking out."
"Tour start time is approximate and can be adjusted for traffic conditions and pick-up schedule"
"Please advise if wheelchair is required."
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Horário de Início:
09:30 AM
Duração: 1 Hour
Ponto de partida: Ebenezer Baptist Church, 101 Jackson St NE, Atlanta, GA 30312, USA
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.