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Journey to Jubilee Historic Tour
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Journey to Jubilee Historic Tour + Wine Tasting
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Highlights
Join the "Journey to Jubilee" tour and explore the history of slavery, emancipation, and contracted labor at the Belle Meade plantation. As you walk through the grounds, you'll learn about the thoroughbred horse racing industry and the skilled workers who were there.
Discover the realities of slavery from the plantation's start in 1807 to the 13th Amendment in 1865. You'll hear stories of men, women, and children who lived and survived here, showing their resilience.
This tour reveals over a century of history, honoring those whose stories have been overlooked or forgotten.
What's included
INCLUDED
Guided Tour focused on the History of US Enslavement and Emancipation
Local Guide & Historian
Access to 30+ acres of Mansion Grounds, Outbuildings, and Walking Trails
Complimentary wine sampling after the tour
NOT INCLUDED
Interior tour of the mansion
Guide gratuities
Additional information
Must Know
Strollers are not allowed inside the mansion
Only service animals are permitted
No photography inside the mansion
Pre Purchase
Children aged 6 and below can enter for free
Discounted tickets for military available on-site
Minimum age of 21 to participate in the wine tasting
Usage
Show your mobile voucher to check in at Tickets/Guest Services inside the Visitor's Center
Please arrive 30 minutes before your tour starts
Post Purchase
The tour is approximately 1 hour but it is suggested to spend at least 2 hours on site.
Check www.visitbellemeade.com for current information on hours and experiences
Good To Know
Wheelchair Access: Yes
Guide Languages: English
Advance Arrival Time: 0:15:00
There is an elevator that provides service between the lower and upper levels of the Visitor Center
Opening Hours
Thursday : Start time: 09:00 - End Time: 17:00.
Friday : Start time: 09:00 - End Time: 17:00.
Saturday : Start time: 09:00 - End Time: 17:00.
Sunday : Start time: 09:00 - End Time: 17:00.
Monday : Start time: 09:00 - End Time: 17:00.
Tuesday : Start time: 09:00 - End Time: 17:00.
Wednesday: Start time: 09:00 - End Time: 17:00.
Location
Venue
Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery, 5025 Harding Pike, 37205
Meeting Point
110 Leake Avenue
Provider
Belle Mead Historic Site & Winery