Lexington's African American Heritage Tour


Researched, written, and narrated by Lexington historian Yvonne Giles,  Lexington's African American Heritage Tour highlights the rich history of African Americans in Lexington and their contributions to the city. Among the four legs of the tour,  you will learn about Lexington's history of slavery, segregation, the Black Freedom Struggle, and the many achievements of Black Lexingtonians. This tour is a great way to learn some of the city's most important historical landmarks. Download the Bandwango pass for a narrated walk through our city.