Celebrate National Black Business Month in Cayuga County
Discover the people, places, and stories shaping our community.
Celebrated in August, National Black Business Month recognizes the creativity, resilience, and contributions of Black entrepreneurs across the country. Here in Cayuga County, these businesses are part of the experiences that make our destination unique, from delicious meals and handcrafted products to wellness services and welcoming hospitality. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or looking to explore somewhere new, supporting local businesses is one of the best ways to experience a community while helping strengthen its future.
National Black Business Month is the perfect reminder to discover businesses that add flavor, culture, and character to every visit.
Discover Locally Black-Owned Businesses
Cayuga County is home to a thriving community of Black-Owned Businesses that enrich our region with creativity, entrepreneurship, and cultural heritage.
From restaurants serving unforgettable flavors to local artisans, retailers, and service providers, these businesses help shape the unique character of our destination.
Tour Cayuga is proud to spotlight these establishments on our Black-Owned Business page, inviting residents and visitors to discover new favorites, support local entrepreneurs, and experience the rich diversity that makes Cayuga County so special.
Follow the footsteps of Harriet Tubman
Harriet Tubman devoted over 50 years of her life to building a community here in Auburn. Beyond her extraordinary work on the Underground Railroad, she invested in her neighbors, cared for those in need, and believed in creating opportunities for future generations. Today, visitors can continue that spirit by supporting local Black-Owned Businesses while exploring the places that tell her remarkable story.
Harriet Tubman National
Historical Park
The National Park Service preserves the Thompson Memorial African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, where Tubman attended service for 22 years and where her funeral was held.
Auburn not only served as the backdrop to Harriet Tubman’s life as a free women, it also provides the comfort of her final resting place. In 1913 Harriet Tubman was buried here with semi-military honors for her service in the US Army during the Civil War. The cemetery includes the sites of other notable figures such as William and Frances Seward & Martha Coffin Wright.
The Harriet Tubman Home, Inc. is an independent non-profit established by the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church to manage and operate the homestead of Ms. Tubman. The Harriet Tubman Home is charged with sharing Harriet Tubman’s core values with visitors through a guided tour of the property.
Learn about the key contributors that stood for justice from the 1800s to the modern day—including a bronze statue of Harriet Tubman in the courtyard. Find multiple travel resources like paper guides, maps, and brochures here, too.
Plan Your Visit
Whether you’re planning an overnight getaway or exploring close to home, it’s a great way to discover businesses that help make our community vibrant and welcoming.
National Black Business Month is an invitation to discover new places, meet passionate entrepreneurs, and celebrate the businesses that help define Cayuga County. Every purchase, meal, and visit helps support local dreams while creating meaningful travel experiences.
We hope you’ll join us this August—and throughout the year—in exploring all that our Black-owned businesses have to offer.