Raleigh’s Active Adult Program is introducing a new historical tour titled "Becoming Lunsford Lane." This program invites participants to explore the life of Lunsford Lane, a man who overcame slavery and dedicated himself to securing freedom for his family. The tour offers a unique opportunity to follow Lane’s journey, led by historian and Becoming Lunsford Lane author Craig Thompson Friend, according to the City of Raleigh.
The itinerary for this educational tour includes visits to key landmarks connected to Lunsford Lane’s life, including the Joel Lane Museum House and the North Carolina State Capitol. The announcement encourages those interested to take part in learning about Lane’s significant role in the pursuit of freedom.
The trip departs from the Anne Gordon Active Adult Center and is currently open for registration. The cost is $25 for residents and $40 for non-residents. According to the schedule, the group will depart at 9:10 a.m., with a lunch stop planned at The Pit, and will return to the center by 3 p.m. Participants are reminded that completion of the Yearly Trip Registration is required prior to signing up for the tour.
Those interested in registering for the trip scheduled for Aug. 20, can do so through RecLink or by contacting any of the listed Active Adult Centers, including the Five Points Center, Walnut Terrace Center, or the Anne Gordon Center for Active Adults. For additional questions or help with registration, Carmen Rayfield is available at 919-996-4734 or by email at [email protected].
