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Juneteenth in Motion: Join YiP for a Walking Tour of Philadelphia's Black History

  • Independence Visitor Center 599 Market Street Philadelphia, PA, 19106 United States (map)

Juneteenth in Motion: Join YiP for a Walking Tour of Philadelphia's Black History

When:
June 14th
10AM-12PM

Where:
Independence Visitor Center
599 Market St.

Price:
$20-$35

Event Details

Celebrate Juneteenth with YiP: The Black Journey – African-American History Walking Tour of Philly

​Join YiP on Saturday, June 14th to honor Juneteenth with The Black Journey: African-American History Walking Tour of Philadelphia. This guided experience shares powerful, often untold stories of Black resilience and resistance—highlighting landmarks like Congo Square, unmarked graves, and sites tied to the Underground Railroad and the halls where the Fugitive Slave Act was passed.

Attendees must individually select the correct day and time when booking.

​📍 Meeting Point: Independence Visitor Center (Northeast corner of 6th & Market Streets). Look for your guide holding a sign for “The Black Journey.”
🕑 Time: Please arrive on time to ensure you don't miss the start of the tour.
🎟️ Registration Required: All attendees must register directly with the event organizer, The Black Journey Philadelphia.

​Stick around after the tour to connect with members of YiP and learn how you can get involved in civic engagement and nonprofit work across Philadelphia.

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