Juneteenth Special Walking Tour: Black History on Providence’s East Side

Starts: Jun 19 @ 10:30 am — Ends: Jun 21 @ 12:00 pm

Where: The John Brown House Museum

Join the Rhode Island Historical Society for our premiere of a powerful Black History walking tour on Juneteenth. Explore the past of Providence’s East Side Black communities that fought gentrification and enslavement. Delve into history as we shed light on racial tensions, community resistance,  and how Providence’s diverse demographics were shaped. From the historic neighborhoods to the legacies of struggle and resilience, this journey illuminates Providence’s Black history, honoring both the triumphs and challenges faced by its people.

Tours are on June 19th & June 21st at 10:30am – 12pm.

Registration is required for this event. All tickets for this tour are discounted by $5. Get your tickets here.

Details

Start:
Jun 19 @ 10:30 am
End:
Jun 21 @ 12:00 pm
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Location

The John Brown House Museum
52 Power St
Providence, RI 02906-1012 United States + Google Map
Phone
(401) 331-8575
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