Huntsville Black History (Urban) Hike

Sun, Feb 27, 2022, 12:45 pm - 3:30 pm CT

Glenwood Cemetary
Corner of Derrick Street & Hall Avenue
Huntsville, AL 35801, United States (US)

27 Feb

About the Event

Did you know that Glenwood Cemetery Huntsville’s oldest surviving African-American burial ground. Glenwood is the resting place of people born slaves, emancipated, and who lived out the remainder of their days in the separate-but-equal south. Buried here are people of great accomplishment, including doctors, educators, clergymen, political leaders and artisans. Tombstones identify those who fought in America’s war, men who risked their lives in defense of a nation that denied their civil rights.

Join us for a 2-3 mile urban hike as we journey through Huntsville’s rich history through the stories and knowledge of  William Hampton, local historian and founder of Huntsville Revisited. Beginning at Glenwood Cemetery, we will head towards Downton Huntsville stopping at historical markers and sights to learn more about how the past impacts us today.

William Hampton is the founder of Huntsville Revisited ,  a group dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich, diverse history of Huntsville-Madison County, Alabama. You will find Huntville’s most diverse collection of photos and stories anywhere. Companion sites include Alabama Revisited, and Huntsville-Madison County Video Revisited. You can also visit Hampton at Huntsville Revisited Museum at the H.C. Blake Art & History Center.

⁣Meet Up: Please find parking near Glenwood Cemetery and meet us at the Cemetery entrance. 

This event is stroller friendly

Registration: PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE

Fee: Event is free

What to expect: 2-3 mile urban back hike from Glenwood Cemetery towards downtown and back

*By signing up, you are agreeing that Black Kids Adventures Inc, ANY involved parties will not be held liable for any injuries, illness ,deaths, damage, loss of personal items or thefts that may be susatained from participating. You are agreeing that you are participating at will and will be repsonsible for any and all incidents that may occur from your participating. You agree to fully and completely release Black  Black Kids Adventures Inc, and all involved parties from any responsibility. By signing up, you agree that pictures and videos taken may be used on social media, press releases, and in the advancement of the organization. 

Location

Glenwood Cemetary
Corner of Derrick Street & Hall Avenue
Huntsville, AL 35801, United States (US)

Date and Time

Sun, Feb 27, 2022, 12:45 pm - 3:30 pm CT

Cancelled

Organizer

Black Kids Adventures, Inc

Black Kids Adventures, Inc is a non-profit organization that believes outdoor diversity begins with early Exposure, Education and Empowerment. At Black Kids Adventures, Inc, we want to be the premier organization pushing the needle and making sure all Black and Brown families/children have equal outdoor opportunities and access to adventure activities.  

BKA is a community of likeminded individuals looking to expand on their outdoor journey and create memories as a family. We are not a professional guide service that assumes any responsibility for your safety. 

Organizer

Black Kids Adventures, Inc

Black Kids Adventures, Inc is a non-profit organization that believes outdoor diversity begins with early Exposure, Education and Empowerment. At Black Kids Adventures, Inc, we want to be the premier organization pushing the needle and making sure all Black and Brown families/children have equal outdoor opportunities and access to adventure activities.  

BKA is a community of likeminded individuals looking to expand on their outdoor journey and create memories as a family. We are not a professional guide service that assumes any responsibility for your safety.