It is an iconic scene often captured in film and photographs – beautifully dressed women with impressive hats in Harlem heading to church for Sunday worship. But, it’s more than fashion or a show, Harlem congregants consider church worship and church family an integral part of life and a source of weekly spiritual sustenance. Sunday Gospel in Harlem invites you to be a part of this custom by respectfully joining a local church family for an hour of worship including gospel.
Please note the entire church service is 90 minutes or more in duration. The tour group stays for a hour, departing before the sermon begins. If you wish to stay on your own for the entire service, please notify the tour guide when checking in. If you choose to stay for the entire service you will be on your own and will miss the walking tour.
If this tour is completely booked, please consider the Wednesday Gospel Praise Music option.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. Public transportation options are available nearby. Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. Small Backpacks allowed. Recording devices and photographs are not allowed during church service. Dress appropriately and conservatively for traditional Sunday service. Late arrivals (more than 10 minutes) may not be allowed to join once group has left meeting point. A contribution to the donation basket is welcomed and appreciated. Masks are required
The meeting point is next to the subway entrance at 350 W 125th Street (Chase Bank), the southwest corner of St Nicholas Avenue and 125th Street/Martin Luther King.
Subway directions to the meeting point: Take the UPTOWN A, B, C, or D subway line to the 125th Street Station.