Things To Do

Walk the Black Heritage Trail®
An African American Ranger standing outside of a brick house speaking to a group of students.
Join a Park Ranger and hear stories about the activism and community of the Black neighborhood on Beacon Hill.
Become a Junior Ranger
A matte gold ranger badge that has a silhouette of a drummer soldier marching in the center.
Visitors of all ages (even adults!) can become a Junior Ranger!
Museum of African American History
View from second story onto first floor of meeting house that has pews filled with kids.
Explore the rich history of the 19th-century Black community on Beacon Hill.
History at Sunset Walking Tours
Two park rangers stand talking to a crowd of people in front of a brick building
Join a Park Ranger for a special guided tour exploring Boston's rich history.
Join a Historic Town Meeting
A ranger in 1800s cloths smiles at a kid signing the resolutions
Join National Parks of Boston Rangers in recreating historic town meetings.
 

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    Last updated: May 14, 2026

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    21 Second Avenue
    Boston African American National Historical Site
    Charlestown, MA 02129

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    617 429-6760

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