Nashville Journey to Jubilee Historic Tour

Embark on a 1-hour journey into Belle Meade with its Journey to Jubilee historic tour. Join us as we take an honest look at the lives and stories of the African Americans who were enslaved, and later employed, at Belle Meade with intentional respect and empathy. Our Journey to Jubilee tour is intended to honor the legacy and sacrifices of the individuals held in legal bondage on this property from 1807 until emancipation in 1865, as well as to explore the complexities of their new freedom in the post-Civil War years. Using a unique approach that includes reading aloud from primary sources, and engaging dialogue with the audience, this experience creates a forum for exploring the history of slavery in a new way. Enjoy a complimentary Wine Tasting after your tour and access to the Grounds for a self-guided tour.
Please Note: This tour is guided, but it does not include access to the main Mansion portion of the estate. Please book your Guided Mansion Tours separately.

Meeting Point

110 Leake Ave

110 Leake Ave, Nashville, TN 37205, USA

Belle Meade Historic Site and Winery (6 miles from downtown Nashville)
Address: 110 Leake Ave, Nashville, TN 37205

What's included:

• Access to the grounds of Belle Meade following your tour to explore at your leisure
• 1-Hour Guided Journey to Jubilee Walking Tour
• Free On-Site Parking
• Access to the Outdoor Game Court & On-Site Restaurant
• Professional Guide
• Guided History Tour of Belle Meade's Outbuildings & Grounds
• Complimentary Wine Tasting at the On-Site Belle Meade Winery

Not included:

• Guided Mansion Tours not included with this ticket (available to purchase separately on this site)

What to expect:

Duration: 1 hour

Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery

5025 Harding Pike, , Nashville, 37205-3706, Tennessee

Journey to Jubilee is a discussion based tour abouth the history of enslavement in the American South. The tours shares the stories of Black Americans who were enslaved, formerly enslaved, and who were contract laboreres after the Emancipation. The tour shows how vital their presence was to the existence of the property. These men and women were here from enslavement to freedom. They endured, and we want to honor them by telling their story. In this tour, nearly one-hundred years of their history is explored through the research of primary sources. Come trace their existence through the history of Belle Meade on their Journey to Jubilee.
The tour includes access to the 30 acres of grounds (you can explore the property after the tour of before), a complimentary wine sampling (this helps us raise funds for historic preservation, and the guided tour.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included