This is the home of education activist, abolitionist, and historian William Cooper Nell.
Boston African American National Historic Site
National Historic Site · MA
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.
Park report
Hours Exceptions
NoteThanksgiving; Christmas; New Year's Day
Current Alerts
How this is rated
Good: no active alerts or closuresNo active alerts
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available4 activities
Park Name
InfoBoston African American National Historic Site
Designation
InfoNational Historic Site
State(s)
InfoMA
Phone
Info6174296760
boaf_mail@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoBoston African American National Historic Site rangers offer tours of the Black Heritage Trail seasonally. Please check the park calendar for available tours and programs.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Faneuil Hall Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Activity: Guided Tours
InfoAvailable
Activity: Self-Guided Tours - Walking
InfoAvailable
Activity: Junior Ranger Program
InfoAvailable
Activity: Museum Exhibits
InfoAvailable
Theme: African American Heritage
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Enslavement
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: LGB American Heritage
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Military
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: US Army
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Monuments and Memorials
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Religion and Spirituality
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Churches
InfoFeatured at this park
Weather Info
InfoBoston African American National Historic Site is located in downtown Boston which can see extreme cold in the winter months, as well as extreme heat and humidity throughout the summer months. Walking
Getting There
InfoSite administrative offices are located at Faneuil Hall and the Charlestown Navy Yard. Seasonal ranger programs begin at either the Robert Gould Shaw Memorial on Beacon Street, or at the Museum of Afr
GPS Coordinates
Info42.3591° N, -71.0676° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website