From US$20 per person
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4.7 / 5 from 38 reviews on Viator
- Group size
- Up to 25
- Language
- English
- Rating on Viator
- 4.7 / 5 · 38 reviews
About this tour
In 1898, North Carolina's government was overthrown by a white supremacist coup - the only successful coup d'état in American history. Wilmington saw the worst violence, with a horrific massacre terrorizing the city. This historian-guided tour seeks to educate and inform locals and visitors about this tragic and important part of American history.
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair-accessible surfaces
- Wheelchair-accessible transport
- Stroller accessible
Meeting point: We meet out front of Slice of Life, a charming and tasty pizza restaurant in downtown Wilmington, located at Market Street.
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Itinerary
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Guests will travel between various sites associated with the Wilmington Coup/Massacre of 1898, including the homes of victims and perpetrators, important locations of speeches, and much more.(1 hr 15 min)
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Included
- Guide included
Not included
- Bottled water
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Location & contact
- Area
- Wilmington, North Carolina
- Meeting point
- We meet out front of Slice of Life, a charming and tasty pizza restaurant in downtown Wilmington, located at Market Street
- Contact
- The tour operator’s own details aren’t published. Questions about access or your booking go through Viator, which handles the booking and passes your request to the operator.
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