San Antonio Black History Tour: Eastside Classic

This guided tour uncovers stories rooted in place: from education and arts to community organizing and self-determination. Participants will walk and ride through spaces where Black history was lived, built, and preserved—often against great odds.

This tour highlights landmark locations including:

• Walk on the River Mural Banner – A powerful visual tribute to Black presence and memory in the city
• St. Philip’s College – A historic Black college and cornerstone of education and opportunity
• Historic Carver Cultural Center – A vital hub for Black arts, performance, and community life
• Ellis Alley Enclave – A historic Eastside corridor and longtime center of Black culture, business, and community organizing

…and additional Eastside locations that tell the story of Black resilience and collective power.

• Guided narration by local Black historians
• Eastside stories rarely included in textbooks
• Connections between local history and national Black movements
• Historic neighborhoods, institutions, and cultural landmarks
• Reflection on how the past continues to shape present-day San Antonio

• Tour Type: Van Tour
• Duration: Approximately 1.5–2 hours
• Location: San Antonio, TX
• Meeting Location: Provided after registration
• Recommended For: Adults, students, educators, families, visitors, and locals
• Accessibility: Please contact us in advance with accommodation needs

The Eastside is more than a neighborhood—it is a living archive of Black life in San Antonio. From schools and churches to businesses, murals, and cultural centers, this area tells a story of survival, creativity, and community-building that continues today.

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

Register now for the Eastside Classic Black History Tour

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For more information call: 210-560-3622

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