This historic walking tour takes guests through the beginnings of Austin’s Black community through the present.

 

EXPERIENCE:

This historic walking tour takes guests through the beginnings of Austin’s Black community through the present. Guests will learn about The City of Austin’s 1928 Master Plan and creation of the “Negro District”, which was centered around East 11th Street. We will visit important sites and institutions throughout our one-mile journey. Guests will also be able to engage in dialogue about the changing nature of East Austin and the city’s Black community. A large part of this experience is to support local Black-owned businesses in the neighborhood.

 

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Javier was identified as one of the best tour guides by Travel + Leisure
Javier is a master storyteller who shares his stories and experience
Learn about the local Austin African-American history told by a local Austinite

 

 

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