1963 Birmingham Civil Rights Experience - Black History Matters Walking Tour

Free cancellation available
Service animals welcome

This tour peals back the façade and reveals the true and devastating experience that was the day to day life of African Americans in the most segregated city in the country. Led by Wilhelmina Thomas, who is a storyteller, a needlewoman and a craftivist who grew up on the west side of Birmingham, Alabama in the Riley, Wenonah and Hillman communities. She attended Wenonah Elementary, Riley Elementary and Jones Valley High Schools. Her earliest memories include the church, the civic league and the Civil Rights Movement. It is these lived experiences which fuel passion about Afro, Afro American and Birmingham history.

What's included

  • All Fees and Taxes

Languages spoken by guide

English (US)

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Itinerary information

Location

Departure point
Birmingham Historic Touring Company, Suite A, 20th St N 219, Central City, Birmingham, AL, 35203
Please note that tours begin at our shop at 219 20th Street North Downtown Birmingham 35203 - please check your GPS - NOT Irondale...NOT on Richard Arrington Blvd.
End point
Birmingham Historic Touring Company, Suite A, 20th St N 219, Central City, Birmingham, AL, 35203

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