VRA 2023: Black History River Boat Tour

Does our conference logo have you dreaming of a boat cruise down the San Antonio River? We are excited to bring that dream to life in a very special way! 

Join the San Antonio African American Community Archive and Museum (SAAACAM) for a private river cruise as a part of your VRA 2023 experience. SAAACAM’s Black History River Boat Tour is 90 minutes long and provides an untold perspective of African American influence on events and locations alongside the picturesque banks of the historic River Walk.

Our tour will take place Thursday, September 28th, at 6 p.m and is limited to 30 people. Registration is $25. The tour will last approximately 90 minutes, allowing us to see the sun set on the banks of the San Antonio River. Please note that this tour is not included in your conference registration and must be registered for separately.

Don't miss your chance to be part of this voyage through history – secure your registration now before the limited spots fill up!

Tour details:

Passengers will meet up at 218 S. Presa at the back patio of SAAACAM’s downtown exhibit space located in the La Villita historic arts village in building #20. Plaza Nacional is the name of the small plaza just off their back patio. Passengers must arrive at the meet-up location no later than 6, and the boat departs the dock at 6:30 p.m.

Questions about the registration form? Please contact Membership Services Coordinator Lise Hawkos at join@vraweb.org if you need help to complete your registration.