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The History of Black Georgetown
The History of Black Georgetown
The History of Black Georgetown
The History of Black Georgetown
The History of Black Georgetown

The History of Black Georgetown

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*Starting in February 2024, tour is offered the third Saturday of the month at 2pm.

Someone visiting Georgetown today may see it as another wealthy enclave in a continuously gentrifying Washington, DC. However, this charming area has a diverse history. Originally a busy port for the export of tobacco, it was also the site of an active slave trade, and at one point African Americans counted as 30% of the Georgetown population. Descendants of those enslaved peoples and black free folk have lived in Georgetown for generations, but their contributions to its history do not often receive the same recognition. This tour will reveal the stories of the black citizens who made their mark on one of DC’s oldest areas.

The tour starts at 3206 O Street NW DC and ends at the Mt. Zion Cemetery, at 2501 Mill Rd. NW. There is a half-way stop at Thomas Sweet Shop for a bathroom break and refreshment.

Activity location

  • Georgetown University
    • 37th and O Sts., Washington
    • Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 3050 K St NW
    • 3050 K Street Northwest
    • 20007, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedOver 2 hours of historic information offered by an experienced guide.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedCoffee and/or Tea

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Georgetown University
  • 10m
  • Admission ticket not included
Pomander Walk Northwest
  • 10m
3324 Dent Pl NW
  • 10m
Thomas Sweet
  • 15m
3146 O St NW
  • 10m
3044 P St NW (Pass by)
1332 29th St NW
  • 10m
Rose Park
  • 10m
Mount Zion and Female Union Band Society Cemeteries
  • 10m

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESGeorgetown University
    • 37th and O Sts., Washington
    • Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE3050 K St NW
    • 3050 K Street Northwest
    • 20007, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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