Boston African American National Historic Site
Massachusetts
Free entry
Centered on the north slope of Beacon Hill, the African American community of 1800s Boston led the city and the nation in the fight against slavery and injustice. These remarkable men and women, together with their allies, were leaders in the Abolition Movement, the Underground Railroad, the Civil War, and the early struggle for equal rights and education.
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No entrance fee.
Hours
Boston African American National Historic Site rangers offer tours of the Black Heritage Trail seasonally. Please check the park calendar for available tours and programs.
Conditions
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Things to do
History at Sunset Walking Tours
Join a Historic Town Meeting at Faneuil Hall
Walk the Black Heritage Trail®
Visit Historic Faneuil Hall
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Visitor centers
Faneuil Hall Visitor Center
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