Walking Tour: African American History Along the Cincinnati Riverfront
Aug. 10 2024
John Augustus Roebling Statue Riverside Dr. Covington, KY 41011 Open in Google Map
10 a.m.–Noon
General Ticket - $12 HBSH Member Ticket - $5
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Explore the deep significance of the Ohio River for Cincinnati’s African American history of resistance, achievement and leadership from the 1800s through the 20th century. Connect to the history of Margaret Garner, Marian Spencer, James Bradley, Cincinnati’s Black Brigade and more.

*Starts at the John Augustus Roebling Statue on the Covington, KY side of the Roebling Bridge and ends in Smale Park on the Cincinnati, OH side of the Roebling Bridge.

This walk will last just under 2 hours. Rain date is the following day (Sunday) at 1 p.m.

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