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Juneteenth and Beyond African American Van Tours

114 Reviews 4.96 out of 5 stars Based on 114 reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 99% of reviewers | Galveston, USA
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On average, this is booked 13 (3) days in advance.

1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Juneteenth and Beyond is a Black owned and operated guided sightseeing and tourism business. We are amazing, passionate, professional, and knowledgeable about Galveston's African American culturally rich sites! It was founded by Dr. Araminta Coleman Sorrell, a native of Washington, D.C. who loves Galveston and its glorious history, especially its Black history. Juneteenth and Beyond is Galveston's very first African American guided history tour franchise.

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Guide certified in social studies and tourism

    Meeting Location

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    2627 Avenue M
    Galveston, TX 77550, USA

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    Galveston Island

    Start from the Old Central Cultural Center. Head to Middle Passage Marker at 21st and Haroborside. The symbol of the beginning of slavery in the new world
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    The Strand

    We will see the Absolute Equality Mural on the way to Nia Cultural Center, the only African American art gallery on The Strand. Also on the strand is the Juneteenth marker that marks where executive order #3 was read and all slaves in Texas were freed
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

    Reedy Chapel-AME Church

    Built in 1848, the first AME church in Texas. One of the locations where General Order #3 was read on June 19, 1865 which declared emancipation in Texas from slavery.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    1859 Ashton Villa

    See the statue of Al Edwards, the legislature who helped get Juneteenth a state holiday in 1979. Also see the And Still We Rise Exhibit
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

    Frequently Asked Questions (8)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Juneteenth and Beyond African American Van Tours?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

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

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    Activity code: C-407765P3

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    What's Included

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    • Air-conditioned vehicle
    • Guide certified in social studies and tourism

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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