Selma F.D. Reese Historical Tour Experience
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$104.99
Selma
AL
1-15
people
price for
1 participant
1
hour
  • • Explore F.D. Reese's Historic Tour in Selma, Alabama
  • • Experience 1 to 2 Hours of Insightful Civil Rights Exploration
  • • Visit the Most Significant Sites of the 1st World's Teacher's March
or

Why We Love This Unique Experience

Step back in time and explore a pivotal chapter in American history with the F.D. Reese Historical Tour. This enlightening experience offers an incredible opportunity to retrace the footsteps of civil rights pioneers in Selma, Alabama, guided by a descendant of F.D. Reese himself. Delve into the impactful moments that shaped the civil rights movement, while witnessing the landmarks that played a significant role in this inspiring story.

During this immersive tour, participants will gain exclusive access to the former home of F.D. Reese, the visionary who extended an invitation to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to join the Selma marches, as well as leading the historic World's Teacher's March. The journey includes visits to key sites such as the Dallas County Courthouse, where discussions unfold about the first-ever World's Teacher's March, and Brown Chapel AME Church, a vital meeting point during the movement. The tour also features the iconic Edmund Pettus Bridge, where the harrowing events of Bloody Sunday took place. Expect a rich experience, filled with engaging stories and original artifacts from the F.D. Reese Archives, that will leave a lasting impression.

The F.D. Reese Historical Tour is an unforgettable experience that makes a perfect gift for history enthusiasts or anyone interested in social justice. Celebrate a loved one's curiosity about the civil rights movement with this unique opportunity to explore the past, honor legacy, and inspire future generations. Treat someone special to a day of knowledge, reflection, and inspiration, making it a gift to cherish for years to come.

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Experience Overview:

F.d. Reese Historical Tour

You will be touring with the direct lineage of F. D. Reese! Will be able to enter the home of the late F.D. Reese who invited Dr. Martin Luther King to Selma and lead the 1st ever World's Teacher's March. You will also be able to view original artifacts from the F.D. Reese Archives.

Meeting Point

1566 Marie Foster St

1566 Marie Foster St, Selma, AL 36703, USA

Tour Guide will meet you at the address where the tour begins.

What's included:

  • F.D. Reese Historical Tour Admission

What to expect:

Duration: between 1 hour and 2 hours

Clark Elementary School

405 Lawrence St, Selma, AL 36703, USA

Tour Guides will discuss the start of the 1st ever World's Teacher's March!

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Dallas County Courthouse

105 Lauderdale St, Selma, AL 36701, USA

Tour Guides will discuss the 1st ever World's Teacher's March.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Brown Chapel AME Church

410 Martin Luther King St, 36703, Selma, 36703-3141, Alabama

Tour Guides will speak about the significance of how F.D. Reese helped organize Brown Chapel to become the location that held mass meetings and the obstacles he had to overcome to get Dr. King there.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Edmund Pettus Bridge

US Highway 80, , Selma, Alabama

Tour Guides will accompany you across the bridge as you learn about Bloody Sunday and more!

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Details & Important Info

Additional Experience Details & Important Information

Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellations & Refunds

Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds

Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.

Organized by

Alan and Marvin Reese

Product SKU: US-9263-0001
Google Business Profile: Alan and Marvin Reese

Selma F.D. Reese Historical Tour Experience

(15 reviews)
Selma
AL
1-15
people
price for
1 participant
1
hour
  • • Explore F.D. Reese's Historic Tour in Selma, Alabama
  • • Experience 1 to 2 Hours of Insightful Civil Rights Exploration
  • • Visit the Most Significant Sites of the 1st World's Teacher's March
or

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