San Antonio Black History Tour: Black Women Who Shaped the City

This immersive experience uplifts the stories of trailblazers who built institutions, organized communities, and laid foundations that continue to impact the city today. Through guided storytelling and historic sites, participants will explore how Black women transformed San Antonio through resilience, leadership, and vision.

This tour highlights the legacy and impact of women such as:

• Artemisia Bowden – Educator and long-time president of St. Philip’s College
• Ella Austin – Founder of the Ella Austin Orphanage
• Mrya Davis Hemmings – Delta Sigma Theta founder, teacher, and actress
• Hattie Briscoe – Laywer and community builder

…and many more women whose contributions shaped San Antonio’s social, educational, and cultural landscape.

• Guided narration by local Black historians
• Stories centered on Black women’s leadership and resistance
• Historic neighborhoods, institutions, and landmarks
• Context connecting past struggles to present-day impact
• Space for reflection, learning, and dialogue

• Tour Type: Van Tour
• Duration: Approximately 1.5–2 hours
• Location: San Antonio, TX
• Recommended For: Adults, students, educators, families, community members
• Accessibility: Please contact us with questions or accommodation needs

Black women have always been architects of change—often without recognition. This tour honors their legacy, preserves their stories, and ensures their contributions are remembered, taught, and celebrated.

This experience is led by Aundar Ma’at, cultural educator and co-founder of Melaneyes Media and creator of Walk on the River: A Black History of the Alamo City.

🎟 Advance registration required
Space is limited to ensure a quality experience.

👉 Register now to celebrate Black women’s history in San Antonio

For more information call: 210-560-3622

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