Boston African American National Historic Site
Boston, MA Hours and Location

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Operating Hours & Seasons

Boston African American National Historic Site

Boston African American National Historic Site Rangers are stationed at the Museum of African American History for historic talks and programs throughout operating hours.

Standard Hours

• Sunday: Closed
• Monday:10:00 AM-4:00 PM
• Tuesday:10:00 AM-4:00 PM
• Wednesday:10:00 AM-4:00 PM
• Thursday:10:00 AM-4:00 PM
• Friday:10:00 AM-4:00 PM
• Saturday:10:00 AM-4:00 PM

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• Christmas Day:
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• New Year’s Day:
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• Thanksgiving Day:
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Fees & Passes

Entrance Fees:

• $0.00 – Walking Tours of the Black Heritage Trail
  Ranger guided walking tours of the Black Heritage Trail through the neighborhood.
• $5.00 – Museum of African American History – Entrance Fee
  Admission for an adult
• $3.00 – Museum of African American History – 13-17 years, 62 and older
  Admission fee
• $0.00 – Museum of African American History – 12 and under
  Admission fee
• $0.00 – Museum of African American History – Members
  Admission fee

Entrance Passes:

• $0.00 – There are no entrance passes for this site.
  There are no entrance passes for this site. Ranger guided walking tours are free of charge. Our partner, the Museum of African American History charges an admission fee.

About

Boston’s Second Revolution

Centered on the north slope of Beacon Hill, the African American community of 19th century 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 Abolition Movement, the Underground Railroad, the Civil War, and the early struggle for equal rights and education.

Directions

Site administrative offices are located at 15 State Street. However, Ranger programs begin at either the Robert Gould Shaw Memorial on Beacon Street, or at the Museum of African American History at 46 Joy Street on Beacon Hill.

Visitor Centers

Museum of African American History

Boston African American National Historic Site Rangers are stationed at the Museum of African American History throughout the day to provide historic talks and programs.

Weather

Boston 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 tours may be cancelled during severe heat and/or weather events.