Durham's African American history and Black Wall Street walking tour runs 4 to 5 p.m. Saturdays, next on Nov. 7, from CCB Plaza. Tickets are $15 online.

The Durham African American History Tour is a one-hour, historian-led walk through downtown Durham and its historic Black Wall Street, 4 to 5 p.m. every Saturday, next on Saturday, Nov. 7, from CCB Plaza. Tickets are $15, booked online with Triangle Walking Tours.

Last checked 2026-11-07.

Upcoming dates

Triangle Walking Tours’ booking calendar lists these Saturdays; the organizer lists dates through Jan. 30, 2027.

  • Sat. Nov. 7, 4 to 5 p.m.
  • Sat. Nov. 14, 4 to 5 p.m.
  • Sat. Nov. 21, 4 to 5 p.m.
  • Sat. Nov. 28, 4 to 5 p.m.
  • Sat. Dec. 5, 4 to 5 p.m.
  • Sat. Dec. 12, 4 to 5 p.m.
  • Sat. Dec. 19, 4 to 5 p.m.
  • Sat. Dec. 26, 4 to 5 p.m.
  • Sat. Jan. 2, 2027, 4 to 5 p.m.
  • Sat. Jan. 9, 2027, 4 to 5 p.m.
  • Sat. Jan. 16, 2027, 4 to 5 p.m.
  • Sat. Jan. 23, 2027, 4 to 5 p.m.
  • Sat. Jan. 30, 2027, 4 to 5 p.m.

Where it is and parking

The tour meets in front of the bull statue at CCB Plaza, 201 Corcoran St., according to the company’s tour locations page.

City garages, lots and street meters downtown are free from 7 p.m. Friday to 8 a.m. Monday, except during special events, so Saturday parking near the plaza costs nothing on most weekends. The city garages are listed on our getting around Durham page.

Tickets and cost

  • $15 a person, paid online when you book.
  • Every tour must be booked ahead. The company asks people not to turn up without a booking.
  • Online booking closes an hour before the start.
  • Schools, companies and groups can ask for a private tour through the company’s custom tours page.

What to know

What the tour covers, from the company’s listing: Durham’s African American community, including Black Wall Street and Hayti, and the architects, bankers, doctors, hairdressers and entrepreneurs behind it, at a time when Durham was home to the largest Black-owned business in America.

From the company’s policies page:

  • Refunds: tickets are non-refundable, but contact the company at least three hours before the start and it will move you to another date. No-shows and late arrivals are not refunded.
  • Weather: tours run rain or shine. If one is canceled, you get an email and a new date.
  • What to bring: the tour is outdoors, so bring water, an umbrella or coat as needed and visible clothing.
  • Photos: photos are welcome; videos are for personal use only.
  • Lost? Email trianglewalkingtour@gmail.com if you cannot find the start.

For the neighborhood’s own story, see our Hayti neighborhood guide and history and landmarks. The same company runs the Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Tour at 2 p.m. and the Durham Ghost Walk at 8 p.m. on the same Saturdays.

Dates and venues as listed on the Experience Downtown Durham, North Carolina calendar and confirmed on the organizer’s site.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a Black Wall Street tour in Durham?

Yes. Triangle Walking Tours runs a one-hour Durham African American History Tour, covering Black Wall Street and Hayti, from 4 to 5 p.m. every Saturday.

Where does the Durham African American history tour start?

In front of the bull statue at CCB Plaza, 201 Corcoran St., in downtown Durham.

How much is the Durham Black Wall Street tour?

$15 a person, booked and paid online. Tickets are non-refundable, but the company will move you to another date if you contact it at least three hours before the tour.

How long is the Durham African American history walking tour?

About one hour, all on foot and outdoors, rain or shine.