The Soul of Harlem Walking Tour in New York

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At the Langston Hughes House
Giving instructions to a Chicago youth
At the Arturo Schomburg Black Cultural Center
At the Langston Hughes Home
At the Metro-North Station
Explaining the gridline of the city

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2 hours 30 minutes (Approx.)
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Overview

Our 10,000-step journey will begin with a bird' s-eye view of 125th Street, Harlem's most popular street. The main themes we will discuss are the Harlem Renaissance and gentrification.

We walk by and discuss these famous places:
- The world's famous Apollo Theater
- Sylvia's Soul Food Restaurant
- The home of Langston Hughes
- Astor's Row
- Several iconic murals

This tour is based on a book I have written, "You Are Here: A Geographic History of Enslaved and Free Africans in Manhattan from 1613 to 1865." I will use my tour guide experience (I have given over 700 tours) to make this a fun-filled tour. Best of all, you will have a Harlem experience—see the friendly culture, people, and places of Harlem.

If you are behind schedule, please get in touch with me ASAP. I will have a 5-minute grace period. Afterward, I will proceed to our first stop—the Metro-North Railroad (above-ground train station) directly across the street from the Ginjan Cafe on Park Ave.

Description

Stop At: Park Avenue, Park Ave, New York, NY, USA

Get a View of Harlem's Famous 125th Street at the Metro-North Train Station Platform. Also view art works describing Harlem's history.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Harlem, New York City, New York

Along with the listed attractions, We will see and discuss the history of the Metro-North train station, Astor's Row, The "White House" in Harlem, The YMCA, several famous murals in Harlem, Lenox Terrace, Harlem Hospital, Harlem State Office Building, and Blumsteins Department store - the place where MLK almost lost his life, walk the streets of Harlem to get a true sense of the culture and people in the neighborhoods.

Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes

Stop At: Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, 515 Malcolm X Blvd, Harlem, New York City, New York 10037

The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture in Harlem, one of The New York Public Library’s renowned research libraries, is a world-leading cultural institution devoted to the research, preservation, and exhibition of materials focused on African American, African Diaspora, and African experiences.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Langston Hughes House, East 127th Street between Fifth and Madison Avenues., New York City, New York

Langston Hughes House is a historic home located in Harlem. Mr. Hughes is an iconic figure in the Harlem Renaissance. Langston Hughes will be a major topic during the tour.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: The National Jazz Museum in Harlem, 104 E 126th St, between Lenox and 5th Ave., New York City, New York 10035

The Museum is open only Thursday- Saturday.
Review famous Jazz Musicians associated with the Harlem Renaissance, see current exhibits, vintage jazz photos, maps, books, etc.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Apollo Theater, 253 W 125th St, New York City, New York 10027

The World Famous Apollo theater is a mainstay in Harlem. We will discuss the "Walk of Fame" in front of the theater, as well as the many stars that performed there.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: 2082 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, 2082 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, New York, NY 10027, USA

The Theresa Hotel. We will walk by the hotel and discuss its rich Harlem history.

Duration: 5 minutes

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Schedule

  • Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
  • Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
  • Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
  • Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (Approx.)
  • Return Details:

    Apollo Theater, 253 W 125th St, New York, NY 10027, USA

What's Included

  • Only when cake is available and time permitting, I buy a slice of red-velvet cake from the famous "Cake Man Raven" Bake Shop
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup not offered

What To Bring

  • Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
  • Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
  • A Smile!

Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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