Tour Historic Durkeeville
Explore one of Jacksonville’s most historic Black neighborhoods, Durkeeville. It is the epicenter of the city’s baseball history and the launching pad for Black culture in Jacksonville’s NW side.
Jacksonville is a premier arts destination with a growing public art scene. As a city filled with rich culture and historical treasures, visitors can celebrate Black history in northeast Florida year-round.
Emmett Reed Park
Participants will eat, shop and explore while hiking through this urban landscape. Food will be provided and some Northside souvenirs.
Points of interest include:
- S-Line of the Emerald Trail
- Tour of Hank Aaron Field at J.P. Small Stadium
- Lunch at Durkeeville & Co.
- Remembering Walker’s Commercial and Vocational College
- New Stanton
- Remembering Ducote Bank
- Civil Rights History at Mt. Ararat Baptist Church