IN honour of the first secret meeting to plan the 1959 Theatre Boycott, the watershed event that began the unravelling of segregation in Bermuda, Imagine Bermuda 2009 is hosting a "Walk Through History" in Flatts Village next Sunday.

Fifty years ago on the eve of February 8, members of the Progressive Group met secretly at a private home in Flatts and, although they were under surveillance by authorities, members managed to plan the two-week standoff that forced theatre, restaurant and hotel owners to end racial segregation at their establishments.

Imagine Bermuda, a community organisation aiming to inspire and unite all people and races of Bermuda, is honouring the February 8 date with an educational walk-about to trace the steps of the civil rights leaders.

"The secret meeting in question was held at the home of Eduord and Roslyn Williams in Flatts," Glenn Fubler (pictured), founder of Imagine Bermuda, said.

"Our aim is have people participate in a way that allows them 'to walk in the shoes' of the members of the Progressive Group."

Starting at from Whitney Institute in Smith's, the guided walk will make designated stops along the way where brief presentations will be given about a variety of topics relating to the boycott as well as highlighting Bermuda's shared culture and history.

William Zuill, Sr., noted historian, former editor of The Royal Gazette and long-time director of the Bermuda National Trust, will kick off the tour with information about the link of the Whitney Institute to the invention of the radio. Walkers will also learn about noted 'Flattsonians', roles Bermudians played in the development of the Aquarium and stories about Flatts Cricket Club's involvement in the Eastern Counties Cup competition.

"The project is in line with our efforts to celebrate our diverse heritage generally and highlight the 50th anniversary of the Theatre Boycott, specifically," Mr. Fubler said.

"This is in the knowledge that the boycott provided the watershed that transformed our society, offering a platform to build an inclusive society.

"We are inviting all sectors of our society to appreciate the significance of the work done and drawing from this history, the inspiration for us to move forward, fostering a better sense of community."

According to Mr. Fubler, walkers will leave in groups from Whitney Institute starting at 2.30 p.m., every 20 minutes. The last group will leave the school at 3.30 p.m. and the tour will end at Flatts cricket field. Interested participants are encouraged to park at Whitney Institute.