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Princeton History Walking Tour (Special focus on MLK)

Date/Time
Date(s) - January 14, 2024
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Location
Princeton Battle Monument
1 Monument Drive
Princeton

Martin Luther King Jr. at dinner following his 1960 sermon at University Chapel. Princeton University Library, Historical Photograph Collection: Individuals Series, box MP4

Enjoy a walk around downtown Princeton and the University campus as you learn about historic sites in the area, including Nassau Hall, University Chapel and Palmer Square. Hear some of the classic history and lesser-known stories of Princeton’s diverse past.  Today’s tour will include a special focus on Martin Luther King, Jr. and his efforts for equality and human rights, including his 1960 visit to Princeton University. 

 

 

 

Princeton Battle Monument
Princeton Battle Monument

Tickets are $15. Advance purchase is required. Tour starts in the courtyard of the Princeton Battle Monument (GPS address: 1 Monument Drive). 

Please note: Space on this tour is limited to 24 participants. The number of available tickets will be listed under “Spaces” below. If there is not a box visible, then there is only one ticket remaining.

Due to limited tour size, we cannot accommodate last minute add-ons at the start of the tour. 

Questions?  E-mail: eve@princetonhistory.org

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