Walking Tour: Civil Rights History -The Church, Children & Community

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

What makes this tour unique?

The Crusaders for Civil Rights -The Church, The Children and The Community, Birmingham, AL Tour, is a historical, American story that many will never forget. This tour tells the story of the evangelistic support in Birmingham and of the crusade for LOVE - the greatest commandment. We will explore the crusade of the brave children who marched for all our futures and the involvement of the business community that culminated to the passing of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. There are stories and activities that would make you want to cry, and others that would make you laugh, as our country continues to heal together.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Birmingham Foot Soliders Discussion

Wi Fi

Private transportation

What To Expect

16th Street Baptist Church

The beloved church that was bombed during the segregation era killing four little girls. We will explore the history of that era and examine the role of the church in the Civil Rights Movement.

Admission Not Applicable

Kelly Ingram Park

We provide a guided walk through the city park that was the epic center for protest and riots for equal rights. Our guides provide a storytelling time that's interactive for all to experience. *This portions includes audio*

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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Duration: 2 hours

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Reviews

4.90

21 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Wonderful
shalomtrav3ls,
Dec 25, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very informative tour. I highly recommend this tour for history buffs and anyone else who’s interested in learning about Alabama’s murky history.
Civil Rights/Voting Rights Tour
anthonypH7606VS,
Oct 20, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Visiting the churches that were important meeting places during the Civil Rights era, particularly the churches where Rev. Martin Luther King had pastored.
Memorable and meaningful
913barbe,
Oct 14, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A powerful experience led by a very knowledgeable guide. Each day was filled with memorable activities. Authentic history lesson…..no glossing over.
Shout out for the great efforts!
Leon G,
Aug 14, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We didn't actually get to enjoy the tour because our guide suffered a family loss and the tour was cancelled. Antonia, who we dealt with, went out of her way to help us enjoy our day - sent us to the "right" places, made calls for us and even offered to pay for some of our touring (which we declined). So... while I can't comment on the tour, the people running the show deserve a shout out for being as helpful as could be under the circumstances. Of course, our fees were fully refunded.
Good walk
MaryBawden B,
Mar 19, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00
We enjoyed the enthusiasm of our guide💝 we also enjoyed talking to several of her friends about the historical events that occurred.
Birmingham Civil Rights
GaryK2351,
Nov 7, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Highly illuminating tour - very accessible. Good mix of history, current circumstances and local business people. All in all, great time! Taylor was excellent
Amazing
eprewitt,
Sep 16, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The Tour Guide Taylor did a wonderful job during the tour. I would recommend the tour to everyone. Thank you.
Wonderful Time
JalenChatman32,
Sep 16, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Taylor was an amazing tour guide! I learned a lot coming from her guiding skills as far as the history and general information about the tour. She taught me black historical facts that weren’t taught to me in school. That there alone stood out to me! To see a young African American woman speak knowledgeably about her history shows how much she cares about her culture. I also enjoyed hearing Ms. Roby speak as we went into the foot soldier’s office. I highly recommend anyone to go and gain knowledge of the Civil Rights History!
Awesome
Brii19222,
Sep 16, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wow Taylor is so amazing. Her infectious energy and her knowledge of history is exquisite. I recommend anyone coming to get her as your tour guide I love her personality and humor!
Time well spent as a family
K3247LWheatherc,
Sep 15, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My family and I were in Birmingham for the weekend and decided to book this tour. It was time well spent! Our tour guide, Taylor, was amazing! It is one thing to watch a documentary or read a book on the civil rights movement - it’s another to actually stand on the sacred ground of it all and to actually hear from the folks who were there. We visited several sites, but three highlights include: 16th Street Baptist Church (where four little girls died after a bombing by the KKK in the ‘60s), Kelly Ingram Park (site of the Children’s Crusade), and the Civil Rights Activist Committee Headquarters where we heard from a woman who was jailed as a child after marching in the Crusade. This experience allowed us to discuss issues as a family in a way we never had before. I highly recommend this tour!