African American Heritage Trail Booklet
The African American Heritage Trail, Washington, DC booklet is a comprehensive guide to 98 significant African American historic sites in the nation's capital. From Frederick Douglass's home in Old Anacostia to the Lincoln Theatre on U Street, the guide invites residents and out-of-town visitors to explore 15 distinctive neighborhoods rich in heritage and culture.
Download the trail booklet pdf.
You can also pick up your free African American Heritage Trail guide at the following locations:
- Cultural Tourism DC, 1250 H Street, NW, Suite 1000
- African American Civil War Memorial and Museum, 1200 U Street, NW
- Frederick Douglass House, 1411 W Street, SE
To receive one guide by mail, place an online order here ($5 for shipping and handling).
To order more than one guide, call 202-661-7581 Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5:30 pm or email orders@CulturalTourismDC.org.
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