58. Silent Valor: Black History at Arlington National Cemetery

Silent Valor: Black History at Arlington National Cemetery

Tour description:

Walk among the heroes whose names are etched in both stone and history on this powerful Black history tour of Arlington National Cemetery. From Medgar Evers to Thurgood Marshall, the Tuskegee Airmen to the U.S. Colored Troops, this walking tour honors African Americans who served, sacrificed and helped shape the nation. Their courage and legacy come to life as we explore their stories—some celebrated, others long overlooked—within these sacred grounds. Black history is American history, and its presence here speaks volumes.

Tour Guide: Lauri Williamson; Local tour guide and author, 111 Places in Black Culture in Washington, DC That You Must Not Miss

Ward: 2

TOUR INFORMATION:

Tour Starting Location:

Arlington National Cemetery

1 Memorial Avenue, Arlington, VA 22211

Meet inside of the Welcome Center, passing through security. Meet at the statue of the soldier playing the bugle in the middle of the Welcome Center.

· Closest Metro or Bus Line: Arlington National Cemetery

· Tour Ending Location: Arlington, National Cemetery, 1 Memorial Avenue, Fort Myer, VA 22211

· Tour Length: 2 hours

· Tour Distance: 3 miles

· Fitness Level: Moderate level (brisk walking, uneven terrain)

· Audio Enhancer: No

· ASL: No

· Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

· Stroller Accessible: Yes

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Arlington National Cemetery, 1 Memorial Avenue, Arlington, United States