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Walking Tour of Still's Underground Railroad in Alexandria

Walking Tour of Still's Underground Railroad in Alexandria

Overview

Embark on an enthralling 90-minute guided stroll along the vibrant downtown King Street corridor, breathing life into the pages of "The Underground Railroad" by abolitionist pioneer William Still. Step into the shoes of fugitive slaves who defied the odds, as our tour unveils the very sites where their brave stories unfolded. Join us in unraveling the intricate tapestry of their journeys, delving into the operation of the Underground Railroad in Alexandria. Experience history come alive, where the past whispers secrets of courage and triumph, all against the backdrop of a city that holds the echoes of freedom's unyielding spirit.

City: Virginia

Thu 19 Jun

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Starting at $15.00

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Thu 19 Jun

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What's Included

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Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Alexandria City Hall & Market Square

Hear about the details of William Still, the abolitionist whose writings inform what we know about the Underground Railroad

Captain's Row

At a similar cobblestone street/alley, we will discuss what Alexandria looked like in the 1850's, when the Underground Railroad was most active in Alexandria

Alexandria Farmers Market (Old Town Farmer's Market)

Alexandria's Market Square was the center of early Alexandria, and host the nation's longest continuously running farmers' market

Alexandria's Christ Church

Across the street from this site, we will discuss one of the stories of Underground Railroad runaways

Alexandria

At a house in the 500 block of Cameron Street, will discuss the story of the two enslaved men who ran away from the house and discovered freedom in the Northern states

Old Town

On King Street, we will discuss the life and escape of an enslaved man whose owner managed a business on King Street.

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