February 24, 2021 – Sarasota
In celebration of Black History month, the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Historic Newtown Trolley Tour event on Friday, February 26 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
This two-hour guided, interactive tour will explore the history of Sarasota’s earliest African American pioneers. Attendees will learn about the courage and vision of key African American leaders; early settlement in Overtown and Newtown; the local history of medicine, labor, entrepreneurship, education, segregation and integration, social and religious life, political action; and future redevelopment.
Pre-registration is required. Pick up and drop off will be at the Sarasota Chamber office, and registration includes a boxed lunch that will be provided after the tour. In order to protect all attendees, please note that CDC guidelines will be enforced at this event.
To register or for more information, please visit sarasotachamber.com or contact Kelly Monti atkmonti@sarasotachamber.com.
You must be logged in to post a comment Login