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African Burial Ground National Monument
For Teachers
 

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African Burial Ground National Monument's Memorial

Contact the Visitor Center if you have questions about scheduling a visit with your class. 

African Burial Ground National Monument
290 Broadway, 1st Floor
New York, NY 10007
(212) 637-2019



Uncovering the Story of the African
Burial Ground Through Archeology

“Uncovering the Story of the African Burial Ground Through Archeology” is an example of one of the types of educational programs designed to help students learn more about archeology by examining replica artifacts from the African Burial Ground. The program lasts one hour and thirty minutes, and is intended for students in the 5th through 8th grades.

 
AFBG memorial at Dusk

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African Burial Ground Memorial at Dusk
Southside of Ellis Island  

Did You Know?
Ellis Island's south side contains nearly 30 buildings that are unrestored. These structures included hospitals, quarantine and psychopathic facilities for immigrants needing treatment or isolation. The U.S. Public Health Service used these facilities during the station's operation.

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Last Updated: August 27, 2009 at 16:37 EST