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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 25 travelers
Overview
Embark on an enthralling 90-minute guided stroll along the vibrant downtown King Street corridor, breathing life into the pages of "The Underground Railroad" by abolitionist pioneer William Still. Step into the shoes of fugitive slaves who defied the odds, as our tour unveils the very sites where their brave stories unfolded. Join us in unraveling the intricate tapestry of their journeys, delving into the operation of the Underground Railroad in Alexandria. Experience history come alive, where the past whispers secrets of courage and triumph, all against the backdrop of a city that holds the echoes of freedom's unyielding spirit.
What's included
All Fees and Taxes
What to expect
Alexandria City Hall & Market Square
15m
Hear about the details of William Still, the abolitionist whose writings inform what we know about the Underground Railroad
Captain's Row
15m
At a similar cobblestone street/alley, we will discuss what Alexandria looked like in the 1850's, when the Underground Railroad was most active in Alexandria
Alexandria Farmers Market (Old Town Farmer's Market)
15m
Alexandria's Market Square was the center of early Alexandria, and host the nation's longest continuously running farmers' market
Historic Christ Episcopal Church
15m
Across the street from this site, we will discuss one of the stories of Underground Railroad runaways
Alexandria
15m
At a house in the 500 block of Cameron Street, will discuss the story of the two enslaved men who ran away from the house and discovered freedom in the Northern states
Old Town
15m
On King Street, we will discuss the life and escape of an enslaved man whose owner managed a business on King Street.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Please meet your guide in Tavern Square, which is next to 132 North Royal Street.
End point
Please meet your guide in Tavern Square, which is next to 132 North Royal Street.
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
