The History of Black Georgetown
Overview
Fall 2026 schedule: Tour is held the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 2pm.
Someone visiting Georgetown today may see it as another wealthy enclave in a continuously gentrifying Washington, DC. However, this charming area has a diverse history. Originally a busy port for the export of tobacco, it was also the site of an active slave trade, and at one point African Americans counted as 30% of the Georgetown population. Descendants of those enslaved peoples and black free folk have lived in Georgetown for generations, but their contributions to its history do not often receive the same recognition. This tour will reveal the stories of the black citizens who made their mark on one of DC’s oldest neighborhoods.
The tour starts at 3206 O Street NW DC and ends at the Mt. Zion Cemetery, at 2501 Mill Rd. NW. There is a half-way stop at Thomas Sweet Shop for a bathroom break and refreshment.
What's Included
- Over 2 hours of historic information offered by an experienced guide.
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
Meeting Location
3206 O Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20007, USA
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2501 Mill Road Northwest
Washington, DC 20007, USA
What To Expect
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3206 O St NW
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Pomander Walk Northwest
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Thomas Sweet
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
3146 O St NW
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
3044 P St NW (pass by)
1332 29th St NW
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Rose Park
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Mount Zion and Female Union Band Society Cemeteries
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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Activity code: C-268386P5
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