Holiday Stroll in Historic Durkeeville – Jacksonville, FL

Holiday Stroll in Historic Durkeeville – Jacksonville, FL

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Don’t miss this upcoming Local Event in Jacksonville, FL. Happening on Saturday, December 28, 2024 at Emmett Reed Gymnasium. Doors open at 9:00 AM.

Unwrapping the past and cherishing the present through culture and architecture along Myrtle Ave.

Explore one of Jacksonville’s most historic Black neighborhoods, Durkeeville. It is the epicenter of the city’s baseball history and the launching pad for Black culture in Jacksonville’s NW side.

Participants will eat, shop and explore while hiking through this urban landscape. Food will be provided and some Northside souvenirs.

Points of interest include:

  • S-Line of the Emerald Trail
  • Tour of Hank Aaron Field at J.P. Small Stadium
  • Lunch at Durkeeville & Co.
  • Remembering Walker’s Commercial and Vocational College
  • New Stanton
  • Remembering Ducote Bank
  • Civil Rights History at Mt. Ararat Baptist Church

Proceeds from ticket sales support local Black business owners on Jacksonville’s Northside and the Production Fund for Moncrief Springs, the documentary. We believe in the economic empowerment of Black business owners and Black creatives.

Purchase Holiday Stroll in Historic Durkeeville Tickets Below:

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Additional Details

Event ID - 1105747132439

Event Venue - Emmett Reed Gymnasium

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Date And Time

Saturday, December 28th, 2024 @ 09:00 AM
 

Venue

Emmett Reed Gymnasium
 

Location

1093 West 6th Street, Jacksonville, FL 32209
 

Event Category

Florida

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