Free Trolley Tours of the Martin Luther King Jr. Historic District

Saturday, March 17, 2007
11:00 am, 12:00 noon, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm, 3:00 pm & 4:00 pm

Sweet Auburn, the section of Auburn Avenue between downtown and the King Historic Site, was once the hub of African American life. The Sweet Auburn community holds great distinction in American history because it also is home to such notable institutions as Atlanta Life Insurance Company, Southern Christian Leadership Conference and Atlanta Daily World. Come experience the rich history of "The richest negro street in the world, Auburn Avenue," on a trolley ride of the Sweet Auburn community.

Cost: Free

Directions: Tour starts at the National Park Service Visitor Center, 450 Auburn Avenue ­ MAP

MARTA: Visit the NPS site for four MARTA access options. This event is also accessible via the MARTA Downtown Tourist Loop.

Presented by: Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic District and Preservation District 404-331-5190