Connecticut Coloured Regiment Parade Route: An Audio Tour
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About This Tour in Hartford
Why Visit Hartford?
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What's Included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- App for Android and iOS
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
What's Not Included
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
- Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
Walk into the historic State House on Central RowThis tour begins in front of Connecticut's Old State House on Central Row. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
End Point
This tour begins in front of Connecticut's Old State House on Central Row. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Walk into the historic State House on Central...
Walk into the historic State House on Central Row where Governor Buckingham honoured the returning 29th and 30th Connecticut Coloured Regiments on November 24, 1865. Discover where these brave soldiers stood after fighting valiantly despite facing lower pay, discrimination, and the threat of execution if captured.
Explore the square where thousands gathered to witness...
Explore the square where thousands gathered to witness the triumphant parade of Connecticut's Black Civil War veterans. Experience the historic gathering place where Hartford's citizens celebrated soldiers who were among the first Union troops to enter Richmond after its fall.
Stroll through the district once home to Hartford's...
Stroll through the district once home to Hartford's wealthiest residents during the Civil War era. Marvel at the contrast between these grand mansions and the inequities faced by the soldiers marching past their doorsteps.
Pass the historic cemetery where five elected Black...
Pass the historic cemetery where five elected Black governors are interred, representing Connecticut's complex racial history. Discover the burial ground that witnessed generations of Hartford's story, including those who fought for freedom and equality.
Walk past this prominent landmark that stood as...
Walk past this prominent landmark that stood as a symbol of Hartford's religious and civic life during the Civil War era. Explore the church that witnessed the soldiers' triumphant return and served the community during pivotal moments in American history.
Marvel at one of America's oldest public art...
Marvel at one of America's oldest public art museums, standing along the parade route when the regiments marched by in 1865. Pass this cultural institution that has preserved Hartford's artistic and historical legacy for generations.
Visit the historic house that stood witness to...
Visit the historic house that stood witness to the soldiers' parade, representing Hartford's antebellum elite society. Discover how this preserved mansion tells the story of the city's transformation during and after the Civil War.
Pass the Gothic Revival cathedral that watched over...
Pass the Gothic Revival cathedral that watched over Hartford during the turbulent Civil War years. Walk by this architectural landmark that served the community when the city celebrated its returning Black regiments.
Stroll through this green space named for Governor...
Stroll through this green space named for Governor Buckingham, who honored the returning soldiers at the Old State House. Enjoy the park that commemorates the governor who recognised the bravery of Connecticut's Coloured Regiments.
Walk along Washington Street's "Governor's Row," home to...
Walk along Washington Street's "Governor's Row," home to Connecticut's political elite when the soldiers marched past. Explore the prestigious street where state leaders resided, witnessing the parade of men fighting for a country that hadn't yet recognised their full citizenship.
Discover the historic site of Talcott Street Church,...
Discover the historic site of Talcott Street Church, the center of Hartford's early Black community and spiritual life. Learn how this church served as a cornerstone for the families whose sons and fathers served in Connecticut's Coloured Regiments.
Follow Main Street where Hartford's wealthiest residents and...
Follow Main Street where Hartford's wealthiest residents and most significant buildings stood as the regiments paraded victoriously. Experience the very path these soldiers walked, including Private Isaac J. Hill who published a memoir documenting the regiment's remarkable experiences.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
How do I book this tour?
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
