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Book cover of 111 Places in Black Culture in Washington, DC That You Must Not Miss', by Emons Verlag.

111 Places in Black Culture in Washington, DC That You Must Not Miss

By (author) Lauri Williamson
Photographs by David Wardrick

$23.95

  • The ultimate insider's guide to Black culture in Washington, DC for locals and experienced travelers
  • Features interesting and unusual places not found in traditional travel guides
  • Part of the international 111 Places series with over 650 titles and 3.8 million copies in print worldwide 
  • Appeals to both the local market (more than 6.3 million people call Washington, DC home) and the tourist market (more than 20.7 million people visit Washington, DC every year!) 
  • Fully illustrated with 111 full-page color photographs
Full Description

Whether you have visited Washington, DC several times or have been here all your life, 111 Places In Black Culture in Washington, DC That You Must Not Miss will give you some surprising new insights into the city.

You’ll learn about the largest attempted escape from slavery on record, the first Black millionaire, and the official dance of Washington, DC. This book sheds new light on some beloved businesses and introduces others that are sure to become favorites. It weaves its way through all four quadrants of the city to help locals and experienced travelers learn more, explore more, and do more. Experience a more inclusive look into the city with historical narratives that have often been overlooked or excluded.

About the Author

Lauri Williamson is a licensed tour guide and entrepreneur. She grew up in New Jersey, moved to Washington to attend Howard University and fell in love with the city. She enjoys creating experiences that both educate and enlighten visitors to DC.

David Wardrick, Digital Storyteller, is a lifelong resident of the Washington, DC region, where he focuses on visual media production. He is an award-winning photographer and videographer with four decades of production experience. David's work has been featured in USA Today, NASA-TV, multiple books, magazines, and across social media. He has a passion for the history of the nation's capital.  

Specifications
Publisher
Emons Verlag
ISBN
9783740820039
Published
19th Jun 2024
Binding
Paperback / softback
Territory
USA & Canada
Size
5.31 in x 8.07 in
Pages
240 Pages
Illustrations
111 colour
Name of series
111 Places
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