Walking Tour: African American History along the Cincinnati Riverfront
Nov. 16 2024
John Augustus Roebling Statue Riverside Dr. Covington, KY 41011 Open in Google Map
1–3 p.m.
General - $12 Harriet Beecher Stowe House Member - $5 Ohio History Connection Member - $5
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Explore the deep significance of the Ohio River for Cincinnati's African American history of resistance, achievement and leadership from the 1800s through the 20th century. Connect to the history of Margaret Garner, Marian Spencer, James Bradley, Cincinnati's Black Brigade and more.

Tour starts at the John Augustus Roebling Statue on the Covington, KY side of the Roebling Bridge and ends in Smale Park on the Cincinnati, OH side of the Roebling Bridge.

This walk will last just under 2 hours. Rain date is the following day (Sunday) at 1 p.m.

Presented in partnership with the Voice of Black Cincinnati.

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