Our Sacred Stories Cemetery and Afro-Creole Music Cemetery Tour
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Our Sacred Stories Cemetery and Afro-Creole Music Cemetery Tour
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Our Sacred Stories Cemetery and Afro-Creole Music Cemetery Tour

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About this activity
Enjoy two hours of history, culture and traditions of the Afro-Creole community. This tour brings to life the experiences of the West African people who played a major part in the formation and foundation of what we know as Jazz. Hear the history of how this art form started and how it has changed over the years. Learn to second line as we head to the cemetery to hear the story of Voodoo, how it came to New Orleans and why it is still practiced today. Learn of the brave men who challenged the Jim Crow laws that sought to suppress their freedoms and how we came to have the first bilingual newspaper in the country. Discover what makes this culture unique by delving deep into the history of some of our most famous families. Hear first hand accounts of tradition, superstitions and customs from your tour guide who's family goes back 6th generations in the area called Treme.
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Included
  • Accommodation as per itinerary
  • Professional guide
  • Local guide
Not included
  • Entrance fees paid by guide.
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A maximum of 15 people per booking
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately Comfortable shoes please.
  • Wheelchair accessible.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Features
Cultural
85%
Tourism
75%
Original
30%
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