Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers
Overview
Listen to the lost stories of black Charleston on this 2-hour walking tour. Hear forgotten folktales and learn about the heroes and heroines who were left out of the history books. Gain more understanding about Charleston's role in the nation's history on this enthralling walking tour.
What's included
Experience Mother Emanuel A.M. E. Church stories that have faded from memory over the centuries.
Tours narrated by writer, historian, educator, and licensed tour guide, Damon Fordham
Walk by historical Charleston sites such as Old Slave Mart Museum and the Heyward-Washington House
2-hour Lost Stories of Black Charleston Walking Tour
Gratuities
What to expect
Tour Charleston
Pass by
"IF THESE STREETS COULD TALK..." and now they will. Author, historian, educator and licensed tour guide, Damon Fordham combines his powerful blend of artful storytelling with solid historical and personal perspective.
Charleston City Market
30m
Visit sites starting with the Charleston City Market, a historic marketplace located in downtown Charleston. Then, head on to Jehu Jones Hotel, Catfish Row (of Porgy and Bess fame).
Heyward-Washington House
10m · Admission ticket not included
Pass by the Heyward-Washington House which belonged to Thomas Heyward Jr., a signer of the United States Declaration of Independence.
Old Slave Mart Museum
15m · Admission ticket not included
Old Slave Mart Museum is the building that once held slave auction galleries, located in downtown Charleston.
Charleston Waterfront Park
30m
See and hear about lesser known places where heroes and heroines made history...but missed the history books. Walk the path from slavery through Reconstruction to civil rights. End by walking along the beautiful Charleston Harbor through Waterfront Park. Discover the forgotten stories of black Charleston on this captivating walking tour.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Departure Point: Tour Charleston Headquarters (inside Buxton Books)
Address: 160 King Street
Charleston, SC 29401
End point
Departure Point: Tour Charleston Headquarters (inside Buxton Books)
Address: 160 King Street
Charleston, SC 29401
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
