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Learn about Washington DC's African American history in a family-friendly way. Learn about how African Americans have helped shape the National Mall and visit the History and culture museum.

Highlights

• Walk to the national Mall to learn how African American influenced its shape
• Explore the African American museum with an entertaining and informative guide
• Experience a fun and family-friendly tour

Description

Give your family a fantastic taste of African American History and Culture with a professional tour guide. Learn how before the creation of the National Mall and the nation’s capital, much of the land that is now Washington, D.C. was worked by enslaved Africans, your tour guide will take you then for a private tour at The National Museum of African American History and Culture. Your tour guide will focus on important highlights to keep children engaged and stop them from becoming overwhelmed and losing interest. During the tour, see how the stories, histories, and cultures of African Americans are shaped and informed by global influences. With your family, explore what it means to be an American and discover how American values like resiliency, optimism, and spirituality are reflected in African American history and culture.

Includes

Private or group tour (depending on the option selected) Family-friendly guide Private tour in the National Mall Private tour inside of the National African American history and culture Museum

Important Information

• The African American museum entrance is free but we provide a reservation
• Book this activity to have a private tour guide
• This is not an official Smithsonian tour. Customers booking this tour are paying for UTG Experience's services and perspective, which is independent of and may not represent the views of the Smithsonian

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund