Guided History Tour of Mitchelville Freedom Park
Explore America’s first self-governed town of formerly enslaved people
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Duration
Approximately 45min
Includes
Guided tour, historical sites
Highlights
Explore Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park on a guided journey through a community built on freedom, democracy, and self-determination.
- Discover Mitchelville’s founding during the Civil War in 1862
- Explore Gullah Geechee traditions and cultural heritage
- Visit original settlement areas and sites of early homes, churches, and schools
- See Toni Morrison’s Bench by the Road and the Ghosted Structures
- Learn about the Port Royal Experiment and its impact on emancipation and civil rights
- Connect with stories of Harriet Tubman, Robert Smalls, and General Ormsby Mitchel
Important details
- Park at nearby historic churches on Beach City Road or Barker Field and use the free shuttle service
Cancellation Policy
Full refund with 48 hours' notice. No-shows are charged full price. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
Product ID: 7X2DJM
FAQs
Park at nearby historic churches on Beach City Road or at Barker Field. Use the free shuttle service provided throughout the day.
Meeting details
40 Harriet Tubman Way, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
Experience provided by Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park
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