Harlem Roots of Hip Hop Walking Tour

Harlem Roots of Hip Hop Walking Tour take you back (mid 1970’s – mid 1980’s) when conversion from disco culture popularity transferred over into the development of what we now know as Hip Hop Culture, precusor to what we now know as “Rap” Special attention paid to societal conditions from which Hip Hop Culture and the pioneering events innovators. Ultimately, this tour explores the political and socio-economic impact hip hop has on global culture.

• Tour begins with old school hip hop video presentation at Harlem Heritage Tourism and Cultural Center accompanied by hip hop artist providing narrative complimenting video.

• Legendary Harlem hip hop/urban sights exist within within minutes of the Harlem Heritage Tourism and Cultural Center. Born and raised old school Harlem hip hop artist equipped with portable music, video and pictures will guide you.

 • Your welcome to leave your bags and luggage at our Harlem Heritage Tourism and Cultural Center while your on tour.

Meet: Harlem Heritage Tourism & Cultural Center – 104 Malcolm X Blvd, between 115th & 116th Streets on uptown side of Malcolm X Blvd. 2, 3 express trains arrive directly to location on (IRT – red line).