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A group of people standing in front of a sign that reads "Jerrantown Center". 1
A sign for Jermantown Cemetery established in 1868. 2
A red directional sign for Freedom Hill Park. 3
A park with fallen leaves, a metal table, and an informational sign about a Union Spy. 4
A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by trees and a fenced yard. 5

Historical Tour of Northern Virginia

By Echoes of Freedom: Black Heritage Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is €52 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

Led by a retired FBI historian and surveillance expert, this small-group tour uncovers hidden Black heritage sites across Northern Virginia, blending powerful storytelling with real history. Guests explore authentic landmarks such as Freedom Hill, Tinner Hill, and a historic courthouse while hearing untold stories of resilience, community, and freedom. This tour is more than sightseeing, it’s a moving journey through America’s Black past that travellers won’t forget.

Activity location

  • Fairfax
    • Fairfax, Virginia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Burlington
    • 11284 James Swart Circle
    • 22030, Fairfax, Virginia, United States

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Historical Tour of Northern Virginia

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
€52.07 x 1 Adult€52.07
Total
Price is €52.07
Until Sun, 9 Aug

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Lunch

Know before you book

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Fairfax

  • 20m
Jermantown Cemetery: Discover where freedom first took root in Fairfax. This solemn site honours Black families who established burial grounds in the face of segregation.

Fairfax County

  • 15m
Fairfax County Historic Courthouse: Stand where both justice and injustice were once dispensed. Learn about the freedom suits and the legacy of resilience within these walls.

Fairfax County

  • 20m
Freedom Hill Park: Experience a short nature walk and reflection at this site tied to early struggles for freedom in Northern Virginia.

Fairfax County (Pass by)

Henderson House: While remaining on board, hear about the Henderson House’s critical place in the fight for civil rights as you drive past this historic home.

Fairfax County

  • 30m
Tinner Hill Historic Park: Visit the birthplace of Northern Virginia’s civil rights movement. Stand where leaders once gathered to fight for justice and equality.

Location

Activity location

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    Fairfax
    • Fairfax, Virginia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Burlington
    • 11284 James Swart Circle
    • 22030, Fairfax, Virginia, United States

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