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BLACK HERITAGE TRAILS

Finding Inspiration at Every Turn

These Heritage Trails offer a unique opportunity to explore the rich African American history and culture of St. Louis. From the Underground Railroad to the Civil Rights Movement, these trails provide a glimpse into the struggles and triumphs of Black St. Louisans throughout history. Whether you're a history buff or simply looking for a new adventure, these trails are a must-see destination.

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Citrus Fruits
City Intersection

Mission

TAGS: Maya Angelou, Stars Park, Field House, Ozzie Smith, Dred Scott, Blues, Civil Rights, Scott Joplin, Griot Museum, Chuck Berry, Homer G Phillips, Sumner, Lincoln , Restrictive Covenants, Shelley, Booker T. Washington, People's, Pine Street, Ragtime, Rosebud, Walker, Education, "Frankie and Johnny", Josephine Baker

27 sites

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TAGS: Maya Angelou, Stars Park, Field House, Ozzie Smith, Dred Scott, Blues, Civil Rights, Scott Joplin, Griot Museum, Chuck Berry, Homer G Phillips, Sumner, Lincoln , Restrictive Covenants, Shelley

25 sites

Maps
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Washington University

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66 sites

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TAGS: Josephine Baker, Harris-Stowe, Pine Street, People's, Booker T. Washington, Rosebud Cafe, Walker, Ragtime, Scott Joplin, Baptist, Phyllis Wheatley, YMCA, YWCA

13 sites

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Riverfront Times​

Mission

TAGS: Meachum, Old Stone, Chuck Berry, True Light, Baptist, Courthouse, Dred Scott, Griot Museum, Scott Joplin, G W Carver, Black Rep, African Arts, Michael Brown, Vaughn, Lovejoy, Field, “Cool Papa”, St. Peter’s, Shelley, Curtis Saloon                                                                                                    

19 sites

Trip Planning
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Washington University (ArcGIS)

Mission

TAGS: Alton, Washington Park, New Cold Water, Ballwin, West-Gumbo, Chesterfield, Berkeley, Black Jack, Crestwood, Father Dickson, Des Peres, Frontenac, Hillsdale, Greenwood, Kirkwood, Quinette, Musick, St. Charles, Wesleyan, Jefferson Barracks, Bellefontaine, Calvary

14 sites

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Franny the Traveler

2 tours

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