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Motherland Connextions, Inc.
#15 of 42 Tours in Niagara Falls
471 Hyde Park Blvd, Niagara Falls, NY 14303-2261
Open today: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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“Great tour for history buffs”
This was a great tour. Very informative. Lots of history here. Kevin was extremely knowledgeable... read more
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jeremygT7632XX
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Tour was great. Kevin was awesome!!!
Date of experience: August 2022
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Deniese M
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Kevin was very knowledgeable and thorough. Saw many things on tour. Interesting sights and facts. Did not know the hardships
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Tours M, Owner at Motherland Connextions, Inc., responded to this reviewResponded June 23, 2022
I'm glad the client enjoyed the tour and yes, we did not increase our rates but felt compelled to charge a pick-up flat fee of $20 per group (i.e $20 per 4pp =$5 ea.), very modest
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E7518OMdanielap
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I usually don't care for tours, but the Underground Railroad topic was compelling. Kevin was outstanding! Not only is he charming and warm, but he is an absolute encyclopedia on the topic of slavery in connection with the Niagara Falls area. He had us engaged and learning in the most captivating 3 hours I could imagine!
Date of experience: September 2021
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SRobinsonII
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This was a tremendous experience! Kevin Cottrell, the brother who facilitated our tour, is a master teacher, historic interprerer and griot!
During our 3 hour excursion, we were entertained, enlightened and educated. If you are ever in the Niagara Falls area, don't settle for just the natural wonder of the Falls but connect to the extraordinary history of survival and freedom with Kevin's first person interpretive journey into history!!! It will be well worth the time and effort. We literally got to be in the same space our enslaved brothers and sisters were in! It was overwhelming and significant! Highly recommended!!!
Date of experience: September 2021
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Greg A
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This tour was excellent in many ways. Kevin took us to a number of locations and explained how each place played a role in the underground system. We walked away with a very clear understanding of how the system helped enslaved people gain their freedom. Seeing and standing in places that were actually used by former slaves to escape to Canada gave the tour a powerful historical context and a greater sense of understanding as to their desperation and arduous journey.
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U8507VDjessicac
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Absolutely a captivating tour. Great information for any audience. The overall message was presented in an engaging and accessible way that truly just left us speechless and yearning for another hour of time. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for a unique way to experience Niagara Falls’ history and have a culturally immersive experience learning about the underground railroad.
Date of experience: July 2021
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