DWP Black History Walking Tour -Durkeeville

Experience Black Jacksonville!

Explore one of Jacksonville's most historic Black neighborhoods, Durkeeville. It is the epicenter of the city's baseball history and the launching pad for Black culture in Jacksonville's NW side.

Participants will eat, shop and explore while hiking through this urban landscape. Food will be provided and some Northside souvenirs.

Points of interest include:

• S-Line of the Emerald Trail
• Tour of Hank Aaron Field at J.P. Small Stadium
• Lunch at Durkeeville & Co.
• Remembering Walker's Commercial and Vocational College
• New Stanton
• Remembering Ducote Bank
• Civil Rights History at Mt. Ararat Baptist Church

This is a private tour. Tickers are $40 and we must have a minimum of 5 people register to keep the event booked. Lunch is included in the ticket price. This is a walking tour. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes and bring their own water. Coffee will be available on the route. Tour is only canceled if there is rain upon arrival. 

Use this private link to get tickets: https://dwperkins-urban-hike.eventbrite.com/ .