Women's Advocacy Walking Tour of Capitol Hill
Trace the women who shaped advocacy and civil rights in Washington, D.C.
Duration
2 Hours
Includes
Guided walking tour
Highlights
Trace women’s advocacy and civil rights history on a walk through Capitol Hill. Hear the stories of leaders who shaped the nation’s capital and beyond.
- Discover Belva Lockwood’s path to arguing before the Supreme Court
- Explore the women who helped lay the foundation for D.C.’s cherry trees
- Listen to the songs of civil rights leader Fannie Lou Hamer
- Learn about Marian Anderson, the first Black woman to sing on the National Mall
- Follow the footsteps of women who advanced suffrage advocacy in the nation’s capital
Important details
- Complete the tour waiver before departure
- Requires walking approximately 1.5–2 miles on sidewalks and paths
- Dress for outdoor conditions and bring water
- Hazardous weather may cancel the tour
Cancellation Policy
Full refund with at least 24 hours' notice. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged full price.
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FAQs
You should be able to walk about 1.5–2 miles comfortably on sidewalks and paths.
Dress for the weather and plan to be outside for the duration of the walking tour. Bring water.
Tours run in a variety of weather conditions, but the operator may cancel if weather becomes hazardous (such as thunder or excessive ice) no later than 2 hours before departure.
Meeting details
Corner of Constitution Ave. NE, and 2nd St. NE in front of the Belmont-Paul Women's Equality National Monument