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Downtown Raleigh Guided African American History Tour

Date: Sun, Aug 30, 2026

Time: Sun., 4-5pm

Venue: Various Locations in Raleigh, Raleigh

Price: Free

Category: Family

Raleigh's African American community has produced educators, engineers, political leaders, medical scientists, military officers, and much more. Experience the history of Raleigh's African American community. This tour is hosted by a local historian and will surely bring you a new sense of pride and wonder for the history of Raleigh's fascinating African American community.

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Downtown Raleigh Guided African American History Tour

“Bring a stroller for younger siblings who might tire during the hour of walking.”

When
This Sunday
Sun, Aug 30, 2026
Sun., 4-5pm
Where
Raleigh
Raleigh, NC
Ages
All ages
Price
Free
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Downtown Raleigh Guided African American History Tour
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Downtown Raleigh Guided African American History Tour runs Sun, Aug 30, 2026, Sun., 4-5pm.

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