Visit an archeological site and memorial dedicated to the memory of enslaved Africans in colonial America. Visit the site of a former station on the Underground Railroad. Learn about the revolts, kidnappings 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 slavery on this historical New York City walking tour.
Highlights
- Editor's Pick
- Family friendly
- Led by a local guide
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: National Museum of the American Indian, 1 Bowling Grn, New York City, NY 10004-1415
(Exterior Visit) Built in 1907, Alexander Hamilton Custom House stands as a Beaux-Arts treasure commemorating the rise of trade and commerce in NYC with 3 floors of art and artifacts dedicated to Native Americans.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Battery Park, State Street and Battery Place, New York City, NY 10004
For more than 200 years, The Battery has been an invaluable part of New York City’s history. Decades before Ellis Island was built or the Statue of Liberty gazed down at incoming boats, millions of newcomers arrived at The Battery from Europe and elsewhere.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Fraunces Tavern Museum, 54 Pearl St, New York City, NY 10004-4300
(Exterior Visit) The location played a prominent role in history before, during, and after the American Revolution.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Wall Street, New York City, NY 10005
An actual wall existed on the street from 1685 to 1699. The heart of the financial system and the former location of the Wall was built by enslaved people.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Foley Square, 111 Worth St Apt 4G, New York City, NY 10013-4017
Foley Square is the location of the “Triumph of the Human Spirit,” a sculpture honoring the presence of enslaved people in New York.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: African Burial Ground National Monument, Duane and Elk Streets next to 290 Broadway, New York City, NY
African Burial Ground and memorial is the oldest and largest known excavated burial ground in New York documenting the lives of enslaved people in New York.
Duration: 10 minutes
Inclusions
- Local guide
Exclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Entry/Admission - National Museum of the American Indian
- Entry/Admission - Battery Park
- Entry/Admission - Fraunces Tavern Museum
- Entry/Admission - Wall Street
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Terms & Conditions
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Voucher Info
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Schedule & Info
Departure Point
1 Bowling Green, New York, NY 10004, USA
Departure Time
Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Return Details
African Burial Ground National Monument, 290 Broadway, New York, NY 10007, USA