Journey to Jubilee Guided Tour at Belle Meade
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.
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Journey to Jubilee
What's included in Journey to Jubilee Guided Tour at Belle Meade
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Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery
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 which lasts one hour and a half.
Inclusions
- 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
- Guided Mansion Tours not included with this ticket (available to purchase separately on this site)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Free On-Site Parking Available
- Arrive 20 minutes before your tour time and redeem your voucher at our Visitor Service desk. They will direct you to your tour
- Due to the intensity of the subject matter and our interpretive approach, this tour is limited to those aged 12 and older.
- Takes place outside and involves walking and several sets of stairs.
- Please Note: Guided Mansion Tours are not included with this ticket. Mansion Tours are also available to purchase separately on this website.
- Not recommended for travelers who cannot stand/walk for extended periods of 30 minutes or more
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Belle Meade Historic Site and Winery: Please Check-in At Tickets & Guest Services inside the Visitors Center Upon Arrival.
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Ticket Redemption
Please plan to arrive 30 minutes before your tour time to check in at our Visitor Service desk. They will direct you to your tour at that time. Please Note: Guided Mansion Tours are not included with this ticket. Mansion Tours are also available to purchase separately on this website.
