As a researcher by nature, a writer, filmmaker and broadcaster by training, I just had to share this knowledge. That year, 1994, I created my first walking tours and with it pioneered tourism focused on Black Paris. My mission hasn’t changed: honoring the Black contribution and experience while revealing so many unspoken histories.

Black Paris travel expert Julia Browne founded Walking The Spirit Tours in 1994 and pioneered the genre of Black heritage tourism in Paris. Starting with just two African-American history tours, we now offer a full range of Black Paris & Beyond vacation and travel services that help share our passion for Black heritage and give travelers an ...

Spirit of Black Paris – Half-Day Bus Tour – On this private 3.5 hour half-day bus tour you journey past well-known sites and lesser-known corners, learning the rich Black history rarely told in guidebooks or traditional tours.

Julia Browne shares how the history of Black Paris inspired her heritage tour company, Walking The Spirit.

Jul 19, 2024 · Julia Browne has been guiding travelers through the history of Black Paris since 1994. As the owner and founder of Walking the Spirit walking tours, Browne is part of a bustling enterprise that explores the deep, rich history of African Americans in Paris.

Nov 6, 2020 · Join Julia from Walking the Spirit Tours as she shares her experience creating Black history tours throughout Europe; she'll share her experience packaging itineraries and working with markets from wholesalers…

Apr 24, 2024 · Julia Browne reminds us that Black history is not confined to a specific community but is an integral part of world history. The narratives, triumphs, and legacies of Black individuals resonate across borders, inviting us all to embrace the richness of diverse heritage.

May 9, 2022 · This enlightening Black heritage tour is the brain child of Julia Browne, prize-winning writer, speaker, journalist, award winning broadcaster and filmmaker. How much do you know about the Black influence in Paris?

Jan 29, 2025 · Some people believe that Julia Brown’s spirit still haunts the swamp, and that her song can be heard on stormy nights. Others say that she was a benevolent woman who tried to warn the townspeople of the impending disaster, but they did not listen to her.

Feb 29, 2020 · Our partner in Paris, Ms.Julia Brown and Walking the Spirit Tours, is the associate producer of this magnificent documentary film. The amazing story of the Black American exodus to France in the...