- Nashville
The Belle Meade Mansion Tour + Wine Tasting
Visit William Giles Harding's Greek-Revival historic landmark
Journey to Jubilee Historic Tour + Wine Tasting
Uncover the untold story of black heritage in horse racing history
Greek Revival Mansion
Open today:
09:00 -
17:00
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Duration: 1h
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Wheelchair accessible
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Live guide: English
Meeting point
110 Leake Avenue, 37205, Nashville- Show your mobile voucher to check in at Tickets/Guest Services inside the Visitor's Center
- Please arrive 30 minutes before your tour starts
Join the "Journey to Jubilee" tour and explore the history of slavery, emancipation, and contracted labor at the Belle Meade plantation. As you walk through the grounds, you'll learn about the thoroughbred horse racing industry and the skilled workers who were there.
Discover the realities of slavery from the plantation's start in 1807 to the 13th Amendment in 1865. You'll hear stories of men, women, and children who lived and survived here, showing their resilience.
This tour reveals over a century of history, honoring those whose stories have been overlooked or forgotten.
Please Note: The goal for this tour is to speak freely and honestly about the realities of Slavery, including the difficult subject matter related to all violence. Therefore, this tour is recommended for guests aged 12 and older.
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