I highly encourage folks who have time to take a break and walk through this historical landmark. I cant overstate how important this piece of history is for the island. Its solemn and eye opening, you can ride your bike within 15 minutes from most hotels to the trail. There are interactive pieces (music, instruments), life size visuals (slave house and mortal/pestle for rice milling), as well as several informational boards to view the history of the kidnapped Africans and the background of the vessel itself. The trail overlooks a bluff that you can sit on, and there is plenty of shaded seating for a snack break or picnic. Take the trip, you won't regret it. I am still moved. read more

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This is a must-see whether you are African-American or not. It's part of our history and the history, specifically of Jekyll Island. This is a "trail" or self guided walking tour located at the St Andrews Park. It is easy to walk through and read/see all the items. The sand path, the "trail" has exhibits at each stop telling the history of the Wanderer, one of the last slave ships to arrive stateside. The ship arrived illegally in 1858 -- after slave ships were banned. On the ship there were 409 slaves. The ship landed near this site on the Jekyll River. In addition to the ship history, you get to see and hear the history of the one of the young African boys who was enslaved. And follow him from the ship through slavery to emancipation. There are interactive displays here to enjoy as well. It's informative and interesting. read more

Wanderer Memory Trail - Beginning of self guided trail/tour - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Jekyll Island, Georgia