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Savannah Black Heritage & Cultural Experiences

Haitian Monument 

Savannah celebrates more than 250 years of black history. From historic sites and museums to the city's thriving black-owned businesses of today, Savannah's African American culture and rich heritage are important and noteworthy chapters in our city's story. 

Savannah Black Heritage Itinerary
Where to Shop Black in Savannah
Savannah's First Black History Museum
This Savannah Congregation is Older Than the United States
Learn About Black History at the Ralph Mark Gilbert Civil Rights Museum
Experience Savannah's Rich Gullah Geechee Heritage
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African American Monument on River Street.

Savannah African Art Museum

Inside of the First African Baptist Church

Experience Gullah Geechee culture at Pin Point Heritage Museum.

King-Tisdell Cottage

'The Weeping Time' Historical Marker is placed at the original event site just west of historic Savannah. 

Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters.

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As one of the oldest cities in America, Savannah is home to a variety of African American & black historical experiences. Visit any of these landmarks, museums or guided tours on your next trip to our city!

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    African-American Monument

    African-American Monument, Savannah, GA 31401
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    The most prominent homage to black history in Savannah, the African American Family Monument is found on River Street, depicting a newly emancipated family of...

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    The Weeping Time - Historical Marker

    2053 Augusta Avenue, Savannah, GA 31415
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    In 1859, one of the largest slave sales in U.S. history took place a short distance outside downtown Savannah. Remembered as “The Weeping Time,” this historical...

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    Laurel Grove Cemetery

    Laurel Grove Cemetery, Savannah, GA 31415
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    Laurel Grove South is one Savannah’s most significant final resting places for African Americans who died in the 19th and 20th centuries. While slavery was still...

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    Second African Baptist Church

    1323 Golden St, Savannah, GA 31415
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    Savannah's Historic Second African Baptist Church, located on Greene Square, was built in 1802. On January 16, 1865, General Sherman issued Special Field Order ...

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