Why choose this Cambridge tour ?
Explore the hidden legacies of empire and colonialism that shaped Cambridge and its prestigious university.
On this tour of central Cambridge, we explore the complex historical ties between the university, its benefactors, and Britain’s colonial past. Learn how Cambridge’s architecture, scholars, and institutions were deeply influenced by the wealth and ideas derived from imperial expansion. Discover stories of resistance, exploitation, and the current ways in which the university and its museums continue to reckon with its colonial history. Led by current researchers at the university, this tour offers a critical perspective on Cambridge’s role in shaping global narratives and power structures, past and present.
Recommended for age 12 and older.
This tour was gratefully developed with support from the University of Cambridge Museums and through consultation with researchers and curators at the University of Cambridge.
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What makes Cambridge and Colonialism Tour – by Uncomfortable Cambridge™ a unique experience ?
Meet your guide outside the Round Church for an introduction to the tour.
Under the decorated gates of St. John’s college, you will learn about the history of abolition in the city.
Stop at Trinity College to learn about one of its most notorious alumni and the history of Eugenics.
Observe a memorial from the South African War and engage in a discussion about historical memory.
At Gonville and Caius College, learn about the origins of statistics at the University.
Finish the tour by exploring the MAA and engaging with modern debates of object repatriation and restitution.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Uncomfortable Cambridge Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/London.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
