Juneteenth and Beyond African American Van Tours

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Juneteenth and Beyond is a Black owned and operated guided sightseeing and tourism business. We are amazing, passionate, professional, and knowledgeable about Galveston's African American culturally rich sites! It was founded by Dr. Araminta Coleman Sorrell, a native of Washington, D.C. who loves Galveston and its glorious history, especially its Black history. Juneteenth and Beyond is Galveston's very first African American guided history tour franchise.

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Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Chính sách hủy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Cần Quan Tâm

Galveston Island

Start from the Old Central Cultural Center. Head to Middle Passage Marker at 21st and Haroborside. The symbol of the beginning of slavery in the new world

10 minutes • Không Có Vé

The Strand

We will see the Absolute Equality Mural on the way to Nia Cultural Center, the only African American art gallery on The Strand. Also on the strand is the Juneteenth marker that marks where executive order #3 was read and all slaves in Texas were freed

15 minutes • Bao Gồm Vé

Bao gồm

Air-conditioned vehicle

Guide certified in social studies and tourism

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Juneteenth and Beyond African American Van Tours

Đánh giá

4.95

77 đánh giá

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Excellent tour and guide. Very detailed. We felt very up close to the area, almost as if we were here doing that period
Kea C,,4 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour was very informative. We learned a lot about the history and people of Galveston. I was surprised at how affluent Galveston was and how this area was the first in so many aspects of Texas.
Wonderful enriching experience
DayTrip588847,,24 thg 12, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
The Juneteenth Van Tour is a gem! I highly recommend. My family is from Canada and NYC and we didn't know the history of Galveston and Juneteenth. Dr Araminta Sorrell , who has a PhD from the University of Virginia, is the tour guide. She has a deep knowledge of the history of Galveston and the critical historical events leading up to Juneteenth, and the aftermath of the legal emancipation of enslaved people. She has a wonderful style of teaching - she invites the tour attendees to interact, to give their ideas and opinions, which led to some fun discussions. The tour also included fascinating information about important historic African Americans from Galveston - I loved learning about Jack Johnson the famous boxer! We even saw a movie about the terrible hurricane that destroyed Galveston in 1900 and an important African American Community leader who worked with the Red Cross to help the Black community recover.
Powerful Black History
krystalh740,,21 thg 11, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
Our group thoroughly enjoyed the tour to the library , the rear houses, and the notable historic stories! I never knew about the 1900 storm and the seawall reconstruction.
Delightful and fascinating morning spent from Dr. Sorell’s passenger seat!
Simón G,,12 thg 11, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
I thoroughly enjoyed my tour with Dr. Sorell! I spent a fascinating morning with her in her (new!) tour van, driving through Galveston and its different points of interest in African American history. She is an excellent scholar and storyteller who filled in many of the gaps of what I knew of Juneteenth. We even stopped by the Nia Cultural Center, which holds a wealth of information on Black Texas history. The morning flew by—it was a true delight to sit in Dr. Sorell’s passenger seat. I highly recommend to anyone interested in history!
Take this Tour!!!
Melinda A,,1 thg 9, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
After disembarking from a cruise, my family and I scheduled this tour. We were pleasantly surprised. This educational experience far exceeded our expectations. Dr. Sorrell shared her wealth of knowledge with us about Galveston’s rich history. She also recommended a great Soul Food restaurant that we really enjoyed.
Know the truth, seek knowledge!...
Sunshine03558958130,,30 thg 8, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour guide was super knowledgeable fantastic attitude and great service. I would recommend the service for knowledge of the history of black people in Galveston TX.
Great experience, The...
JermeciaDavis,,15 thg 8, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
Great experience, The tour guide was very knowledgeable. Galveston has a rich history this is a must do tour.
Stepping out of the darkness of ignorance into the light of knowledge.
Swp398,,4 thg 8, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a private tour with Dr. Sorrell. The information she taught us was truly astonishing. How did we not learn this history in school? We enjoyed her so much we had her as a speaker for a Juneteenth celebration at our home. Our guests were enthralled. We appreciate the work she does to become knowledgeable and then to share the history with us all. This is a must-do tour for all Galveston visitors and residents alike.
Great opportunity!
F J,,18 thg 7, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
We learned a lot! It was a great experience and Dr. Sorrell is so knowledgeable. I highly recommend!
Very informative
Conchita J,,4 thg 7, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
Dr. Sorrell was quite informative and relatable. It was sobnice to have someone give the tour who has a vested interest in her community. Learning the history of Juneteenth and how it started was amazing. Even if you think you already know, she has more to teach you.