MEMPHIS GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Memphis Unfolded: A Live Virtual Excursion into African American History
A one-hour, live photo-and-narration presentation that guides groups through Memphis’s African American history—useful for educators, congregations, and workplace groups planning remote programming.
Memphis Unfolded: A Live Virtual Excursion into African American History.
Experience the rich tapestry of Memphis’s African American history in a guided, virtual format. This engaging live presentation pairs curated photographs with expert narration so groups of all ages can explore the stories that shaped the city without leaving the room.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A Focused, Community-Centered Narrative
The program concentrates on Memphis’s African American history, presenting a compact, narrative-driven evening of context and story that reveals the city’s cultural and civic fabric.
Live Presentation with Photos and Expert Narration
Delivered as a live presentation, the tour pairs curated historical and contemporary photographs with a guided narration to create a visual, classroom-ready experience.
Designed for Groups — All Ages, Up to 100 Participants
Structured to serve middle-school through college groups as well as church and business groups, the excursion accommodates up to 100 people and is run by the city’s number-one tour operator.
What the day feels like
What This Virtual Excursion Feels Like
The hour unfolds as a tightly narrated slideshow: a host sets context, moves through curated photographs that anchor people and places, and threads themes about community, culture, and history. The pacing is tailored for groups—school classes, congregations, and corporate audiences—and designed to be informative and accessible regardless of participants’ prior knowledge.
THE HISTORY
A Focused, Community-Centered Narrative
The program concentrates on Memphis’s African American history, presenting a compact, narrative-driven evening of context and story that reveals the city’s cultural and civic fabric.
THE FORMAT
Live Presentation with Photos and Expert Narration
Delivered as a live presentation, the tour pairs curated historical and contemporary photographs with a guided narration to create a visual, classroom-ready experience.
THE AUDIENCE
Designed for Groups — All Ages, Up to 100 Participants
Structured to serve middle-school through college groups as well as church and business groups, the excursion accommodates up to 100 people and is run by the city’s number-one tour operator.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from this virtual excursion:
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The excursion runs for one hour.
Each participant needs a broadband connection and their own smart device (phone, computer, or tablet); the group must be able to connect via Zoom or a similar platform.
The offering is structured for groups and accommodates up to 100 people; the virtual excursion cost starts at $350.
Sessions are delivered live over Zoom or a similar videoconferencing platform; organizers should confirm platform details when booking.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Virtual Excursion?
The presentation runs for one hour.
How much does the virtual tour cost?
Rates for the Virtual Excursion start at $350.
How many people can participate?
The program accommodates groups of up to 100 people.
What technology do participants need?
Participants need a broadband internet connection, their own smart device (phone, computer, or tablet), and the ability to join via Zoom or a similar platform.
Who is this virtual tour intended for?
The excursion is designed for groups of all ages, including middle-school, high-school, and college student groups, church members, and business employees.
How is the content presented?
Content is delivered as a live presentation featuring curated photographs accompanied by expert narration.