African American History Tour with Museum of African American History Ticket

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Duration:3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Location: Washington DC, USA

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KB Tours is a one of a kind African American Heritage tour operator in Washington DC that takes visitors to explore the historic African American neighborhoods in all four quadrants of the city, often going off the beaten path. With knowledgeable guides who are passionate about sharing interesting facts and captivating stories of Washington DC's black history, KB Tours prides itself on providing an engaging and entertaining tour experience.

During the tour, visitors will have the opportunity to stop and visit iconic landmarks and monuments in the city, including the Lincoln Memorial, the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, the Capitol, the White House,and tour the Frederick Douglass when opened. KB Tours' guides are committed to keeping visitors of all ages engaged throughout the tour, encouraging young children to participate in the tour activities.
The tour includes a ticket the Museum of African American History and Culture.You must take the tour to join us for entrance to museum.

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1.
The Headquarters of the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) is a historic building located in Washington D.C., United States. The NCNW was founded in 1935 by Mary McLeod Bethune, an educator and civil rights leader, to promote the rights and welfare of African American women and their families. The organization has been headquartered in the same building since 1953 and it has been designated as a National Historic Landmark. The building is located at 633 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, in the heart of the nation’s capital, just a few blocks from the White House. The building was originally constructed in the late 19th century as a commercial office building. In 1942, the building was purchased by the National Council of Negro Women with the help of a loan from the Federal Housing Administration.
2. U.S. Capitol
You will be able to stand where the inauguration of President Obama took place. You will hear stories of how slaves help build the Capitol and the White House. You will hear how the Supreme Court which was in the Capitol made several decisions that affected people of color for decades .
3. White House
This iconic building is the official residence and workplace of the President of the United States. African Americans have also played an important role in the White House, from the enslaved workers who built the house to the first African American President of the United States, Barack Obama.
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One of the most significant events to take place at Constitution Hall was a concert by the renowned African-American contralto, Marian Anderson, on April 9, 1939. Anderson had been scheduled to perform at Constitution Hall, but the DAR, which owned the hall at the time, refused to allow her to perform there because of her race. The incident sparked a national controversy, and eventually, with the help of First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, Anderson was able to perform on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial on Easter Sunday, April 9, 1939, in front of a crowd of 75,000 people. The concert was a landmark event in the struggle for civil rights and helped to bring attention to the issue of racial discrimination in the United States.
5. Lincoln Memorial
The tour guide will give information about the Lincoln Memorial as well as information about the historic African American events that have taken place at the Memorial. You will hear stories about the March on Washington, Marion Anderson Concert and Robert Moten giving the dedication speech for the opening of the Lincoln Memorial
6. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
Tour guide will show and explain the Inscription wall with 14 quotes and statements, the Mountain of Despair and the Stone of Hope. You will be told interesting and facts about the making of the King Memorial .
7. Frederick Douglass National Historic Site
Our tour will include a walking tour of inside the Frederick Douglass house (Tuesday, Wednesday , Saturday.) The other days we will drive past the Douglass home and tell the history of the home.
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LeDroit Park is known for its rich cultural history. The neighborhood originally was built for the white professors of Howard University. LeDroit Park to homes were sold to both black and white buyers, making it one of the first integrated neighborhoods in the city. LeDroit Park also has a rich history of cultural and intellectual activity. The neighborhood was home to many prominent African American leaders, including Mary Church Terrell, the first president of the National Association of Colored Women, and Duke Ellington, the legendary jazz musician. In the early 20th century, the area was known as "Black Broadway" for its thriving entertainment scene, which included nightclubs, theaters, and music venue
9. African American Civil War Memorial Museum
You will learn about the 209, 000 African American troops and sailors that fought during the Civil War. The memorial was dedicated in 1998 . You will be able to read the plaques that have the names of all the USCT that were in the 166 regiments . You will able to see the statue call Sprit of Freedom which was done by Ed Hamilton.
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Dunbar High School is a historic public high school located in Washington D.C. The school was founded in 1870 as the first public high school for African Americans in the United States. Dunbar High School has a long and proud history of academic excellence and has been instrumental in the education and success of many notable figures, including civil rights leader and educator Mary McLeod Bethune and poet Paul Laurence Dunbar.
11. Howard Theatre
he Howard Theatre is a historic theater located in Washington D.C. The theater was originally opened in 1910 and was one of the first theaters in the country to be designed and operated by African Americans. The theater quickly became a popular destination for African American performers and audiences during the segregation era and played a pivotal role in the development of African American music and culture. Over the years, the Howard Theatre hosted many of the most famous African American performers of the time, including Duke Ellington, Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, and Marvin Gaye. The theater was also an important venue for comedians and was known for its "Chitlin' Circuit" shows, which featured African American comedians and performers.
12. Howard University
We will drive past one of the great universities in the United States. Howard University was established in 1867. The University has 13 schools . Some of the graduates of Howard are Thurgood Marshall, Elijah Cummings,, Taraji Henson and Toni Morrison .
13. Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site
we will drive past the Carter G. Woodson House, the home of the “Father of Black History.” Woodson was a prominent African American historian and scholar who is credited with creating Black History Month.
14. Mary McLeod Bethune Council House
We will drive past the Bethune Council house. Mrs Bethune bought the house in the 1943. The design of the house second French Empire . We will stop and tour the house Thursday-Saturday time permitting
15. National Museum of African American History and Culture
At the end of the 3 hour 30 minute tour you will be given tickets to the Museum of African American History and Culture. The tickets will be same day tickets. Once inside the museum you will be able to stay up until 5:30 when the museum closes. Once you arrive at the museum the tour is over. You must take the tour to get the ticket to the museum

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Posted By : erical14
On this tour we had a great tour operator who was very knowledgeable and funny. The tour bus was very comfortable and each stop was long enough to take pictures, etc. it was self guided in a sense because the tour operator dropped us off at each stop and we came back to the bus at the allocated time. My favorite stop was Frederick Douglas home but we had to walk up and down 82 stairs to get to the property (if you had mobility issues you they would drive you up). The last stop was the African American Museum of Natural History (ticket was provided by the tour operator). We enjoyed the museum but it was so crowded and we were already so tired so I believe we saw everything but not 100% sure.
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Posted On : 2024-05-13 13:42:36

Posted By : Vhafncwillik
Mr. Kenny Burns himself was our tour guide. He showed us all the various African American around DC, and it was excellent. Mr. Burns was extremely knowledgeable and entertaining. My spouse and I topped off the tour with a tour of the African American History Museum. I so thoroughly enjoyed myself that I will return to DC in order to finish my tour of the museum, as we had completed only half of the facility. It was that educational and enjoyable.
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Posted On : 2024-05-10 23:38:37

Posted By : Peggy_M
I would NOT recommend this company be included in your travel plans.

My tour was cancelled after I arrived at the meeting point. Viator and the organizer, KB Tours, informed me that there were too few people signed up for the tour. KB called and badgered me saying notice had been sent to me in an email and called a day and a half before the tour was to take place. Since I was traveling, I didn't get that message but called Viator on Sunday night to confirm the tour, was told it would be taking place, and sent my ticket for the tour by email.

My plans were for three days in Washington with one designed for this tour. What a disappointment.

Watch out for this company. They cancel at the last minute and can ruin your vacation.
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Posted On : 2024-05-07 16:35:52

Posted By : Maria_J
Our guide was a knowledgeable historian!!! Excellent experience! Would highly recommend this tour. This was the highlight of our trip to Washington DC.
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Posted On : 2024-05-06 15:58:50

Posted By : Lois_A
Kenny was an enjoyable, funny, sports fiend and very knowledgeable of history especially of African/American history, also history of Washington DC. He took us on adventure into local neighborhoods and to memorials only someone with local history would know. Thanks Kenny for the great tour. Tim and Lois.
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Posted On : 2024-05-05 11:14:35

Posted By : 447rosemaryo
Amazing experience and lots of insights into African American History. The experience at the museum was great too. Only wished we got something to eat before embarking on the tour.
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Posted On : 2024-05-05 10:13:23

Posted By : Stanley_R
Our guide was absolutely excellent and very informative. Also excellent driving. Would recommend this trip as we got lots of information which was relevant before entering museum
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Posted On : 2024-05-01 09:13:08

Posted By : GypsyTraveller94
The tour does not include a tour of the museum, if that is what you are looking for. The museum doesn’t really have tours, for some reason. This tour is good, although the first tour hours you see the same sites you would with any Dc tour, except there is a story or two from the AA perspective. The last hour you go through neighborhoods, which to me were much more interesting. I think this part could be expanded.
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Posted On : 2024-04-30 09:10:26

Posted By : Escape44330663758
I took the African American History Tour with KB Tours for the second time. My wife and I took the tour in 2018 and decided to take it again in 2024. We really enjoyed it the first time but wasn't able to absorbed all of it due to the fact that we went with other people that wanted to talk during the tour. This time around we really got a chance to take in all the tour had to offer. The tour guide Kenny was very knowledgeable and funny. I would definitely do it again.
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Posted On : 2024-04-23 09:46:12

Posted By : KESTER_H
Without a doubt the best part of this tour was taking it with DC native Kenny of KB tour. KB is a Black owned business and who best to learn about African American History in DC than from an African American from DC. Kenny is extremely knowledgeable about the subject matter and he takes pride in giving his guests an interactive and pleasurable experience. You will also enjoy touring in a high end black Mercedes tour van.
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Posted On : 2024-04-21 15:18:58