In spite of the struggles, Black people have contributed to every industry and space. If you’re interested in the specifics, here are five heritage trails and tour groups dedicated to telling Black stories. A Tour of Possibilities – Memphis, Tennessee This tour company, founded by Carolyn Michael-Banks, deserves all the praise. Michael-Banks may be from… Continue reading Black Heritage Trails and Tour Companies Worth Experiencing
Tag: loc:city:memphis
U.S. Cities Worth Visiting This August
Summer is flying by, and August is already here. One of the best ways to enjoy what remains of the nice weather is to book a flight someplace. If you would rather stay stateside, here are several great U.S. cities worth considering for last-minute August travel plans. New York City, NY This place truly has… Continue reading U.S. Cities Worth Visiting This August
Black Restaurant Week In Memphis Highlights The City’s Culture and Cuisine
If cities could talk, Memphis would be loquacious. Sure, she loves barbecue, rock n’ roll, and Elvis, but that’s not an exhaustive list. There are many ways to get acquainted with her, but Black Restaurant Week exposed the culinary heart and soul of the Bluff City. Perched on the Mississippi River, Memphis is named after… Continue reading Black Restaurant Week In Memphis Highlights The City’s Culture and Cuisine
Take Pictures For The ‘Gram At These Five Tourist Sites In Memphis
If you’re looking to visit a city packed with history, music and culinary delights, Memphis delivers on all fronts. It’s the second- largest city in Tennessee, and it got its name from the ancient capital of Egypt. There’s no shortage of tourist attractions in Memphis. It is very likely that each one will take more… Continue reading Take Pictures For The ‘Gram At These Five Tourist Sites In Memphis
The Movers And The Shakers: These U.S. Cities Spawned Black Music Genres
Looking for all the details on the birthplaces of some of the best-known Black music genres? Travel Noire’s got you covered! How do you quantify Black genius? There is no exact way to define it, but the music world is familiar with it intimately. Countless genres were invented or taken to new heights by Black… Continue reading The Movers And The Shakers: These U.S. Cities Spawned Black Music Genres
How to See Memphis Through The Eyes Of Tyre Nichols
Now’s your chance to see the Memphis Tyre Nichols loved so much. Tyre Nichols’ mother, RowVaughn Wells, said nobody’s perfect, “but he was damn near” when describing her son. Loved ones say Nichols loved to skateboard and was an artist. The consensus from everyone who knew him says he taught them how to march to… Continue reading How to See Memphis Through The Eyes Of Tyre Nichols
The Best (And Worst) BBQ Cities In America
When it comes to barbecue, Americans are second-to-none in their love of it. And now, with the Fourth of July just around the corner, LawnStarter did a survey of the best — and worst — BBQ cities in America. Which list did your city make? At the top of the list of the best BBQ… Continue reading The Best (And Worst) BBQ Cities In America