About this Event
What to Expect
This fun and educational 3-hour guided bus and walking tour explores Washington, DC through Black history, murals, and neighborhoods, showing how public art and place reflect culture, leadership, and legacy.
Tour highlights include:
- Guided mural and history walks in Shaw, one of DC’s most historic Black neighborhoods
- Drive by the John Lewis mural on Capitol Hill, honoring his legacy of “good trouble”
- Murals in Northeast DC’s NoMa neighborhood (North of Massachusetts Avenue), including the area around Alethia Tanner Park
- Opportunities to get off the bus for photos and commentary at each location.
- A narrated ride along historic U Street / Black Broadway, with context on music, culture, and civil rights
National Memorial Stops
The tour intentionally focuses on two memorials that anchor the experience:
- Lincoln Memorial, examining emancipation and its role in Black freedom movements
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, reflecting on activism, leadership, and legacy
About the Experience
- Led by Lauri Williamson, author of 111 Places in Black Culture in Washington, DC That You Must Not Miss
- Murals provide local flavor and visual storytelling, while the tour offers broader historical context for out-of-town guests
- A balanced mix of riding and short walks
Pricing & Reservation Details
Price: 65 plux tax (total $68.90)
Seats are limited: A minimum of 20 guests is required (max 52).
Book as soon as possible to secure your seat! Full refunds available for cancellations by Feb. 14. See Frequently Asked Questions for more info.Book as soon as possible to secure your seat! Full refunds available for cancellations by Feb. 14. See Frequently Asked Questions for more info.
The Fine Print
By participating in this tour, attendees agree to the following:
- Liability: Attendees are responsible for their own safety when boarding, riding, and exiting buses or other transportation provided during the tour. The tour operator is not liable for any injuries or accidents that may occur.
- Photos and Media: Attendees consent to being photographed or recorded during the tour. These images and recordings may be used for promotional purposes.
- Personal Responsibility: Attendees are expected to follow all safety guidelines and instructions provided by the tour guide.
- Health and Mobility: Attendees must be able to navigate uneven surfaces, stairs, and other potential physical challenges associated with the tour. Please inform the tour operator in advance of any special accommodations needed.
- Timeliness: Attendees are responsible for arriving at designated meeting points on time. Late arrivals may miss portions of the tour without refund or rescheduling.
- Personal Belongings: Attendees are responsible for their own personal items during the tour. The tour operator is not liable for lost, stolen, or damaged belongings.
- Liability: Attendees are responsible for their own safety when boarding, riding,
- Conduct: Attendees are expected to behave respectfully toward other participants, the guide, and locations visited. Disruptive or inappropriate behavior may result in removal from the tour.
- Weather and Conditions: Tours will proceed rain or shine unless conditions are deemed unsafe. Attendees are encouraged to dress appropriately and prepare for weather conditions.
- No Smoking or Alcohol: Smoking, vaping, and consumption of alcohol are not permitted during the tour.
Even though Margary Rogers a director of NCRA has organized and is hosting this event in collaboration with DC Tours and Events, the National Court Reporters Association is not affiliated and will not be held liable for any incidents or issues with this event
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Planet Word, K Street Northwest, Washington, United States
USD 68.90












