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DC African American Heritage Trail

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What to expect

The DC African American Heritage Trail is a free self-guided tour of sites in Black Washington, from U Street to Anacostia, using an official brochure.

When it’s available

Any day · about 4 hrs

Good to know

  • Outdoors: best when it’s dry

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