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The Black History Tour of Baltimore offers a compelling journey through the historic neighborhood of Fells Point, celebrating the rich legacies of two of America’s most iconic figures—Billie Holiday and Frederick Douglass. This guided walking tour takes you to significant sites that shaped their lives, including Billie Holiday Way, where the legendary jazz singer’s early influences began. You’ll also visit her uncle’s club, the venue where Billie first publicly shared her extraordinary voice with the world. The tour also delves into Frederick Douglass’s journey, starting at the dockyards, where he first worked in Baltimore as a young man, and continuing to the exact spot where he learned to read—an experience that would ignite his lifelong fight for freedom and equality. Rich in history and culture, this tour offers an educational and immersive experience that honors the enduring impact of these two remarkable individuals on Baltimore and beyond.