Things to Do & Trip Ideas

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  • Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site

    Walk the Footsteps of History

    • Type: Things To Do
    • Subtype: Self-Guided Tours - Walking
    • Locations: Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site
    • Duration: 30 Minutes
    • Reservations: No
    • Pets: Yes
    • Location: Little Rock Central High School NHS
    • Season: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
    • Time Of Day: Day, Night
    Commemorative Garden at dusk

    The Elizabeth Eckford Bus Bench, the grounds of Little Rock Central High School, and the Commemorative Garden are integral parts of the park experience and provide places to learn about and reflect on the story of the Little Rock Nine.

  • Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site

    Explore the Park's Visitor Center

    • Type: Things To Do
    • Subtype: Museum Exhibits
    • Duration: 60 Minutes
    • Reservations: No
    • Pets: No
    • Location: Little Rock Central High School NHS Visitor Center
    • Season: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
    • Time Of Day: Day
    Little Rock Central High School NHS visitor center and exhibits

    Start your visit to Little Rock Central High School NHS at the park visitor center - featuring a detailed exhibit with interviews, news footage, and audio/video recordings of those directly involved plus a new park interpretive film, accessible restrooms and a Jefferson National Parks Association (JNPA) bookstore.

    • Type: Things To Do
    • Subtype: Guided Tours
    • Duration: 60-90 Minutes
    • Reservations: Yes
    • Age: 8 and Older
    • Pets: Yes
    • Season: Summer, Fall
    • Time Of Day: Day
    An NPS Ranger speaking to a group of children in front of a monument, holding an image of soldiers.

    Join a Park Ranger from the National Parks of Boston on a Black Heritage Trail® Tour to learn about the Black community of Beacon Hill that thrived before, during, and after the American Civil War.

  • Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site

    A Half Day at Central High School NHS

    • Type: Trip Idea
    • Subtype: Kid Friendly,Relaxed,Urban,Educational,Inspirational,Volunteer,Indoors,Outdoors,Road Trip,Group Friendly
    • Duration: Half Day
    • Topics: African American Heritage, US Army, Presidents, Social Movements, Civil Rights, Urban America, Architecture and Building, Schools and Education, Sculpture, Monuments and Memorials, Scenic Views
    • Activities: Museum Exhibits, Hands-On, Self-Guided Tours - Walking
    The front facade at Little Rock Central High School framed by blue skies and puffy clouds.

    Plan ahead and reserve an available ranger-led tour that goes by Little Rock Central High School. View the exhibits at the park's Visitor Center, learn about the Little Rock Nine, watch the park's interpretive film, and explore the other historic buildings and outdoor activities within the park. Earn your Junior Ranger badge by completing activities within the park. Stamp your passport book in our visitor center to capture memories from your visit to our site.

  • Boston African American National Historic Site

    Explore the Black Heritage Trail®

    • Type: Things To Do
    • Subtype: Self-Guided Tours - Walking
    • Duration: 60-90 Minutes
    • Reservations: No
    • Pets: Yes
    • Location: Massachusetts 54th Regiment Memorial and Museum of African American History
    • Season: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
    • Time Of Day: Day, Night, Dawn, Dusk
    A white square sign on a lamp-post that states "Black Heritage Trail" and has an arrow pointing up.

    Take a self-guided tour of the Black Heritage Trail® and learn about the contributions of Boston's Black Community in Beacon Hill.

  • Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site

    Stamp Your Park Passport

    • Type: Things To Do
    • Subtype: Hands-On
    • Duration: 2-5 Minutes
    • Reservations: No
    • Pets: No
    • Location: Little Rock Central High School NHS visitor center
    • Season: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
    • Time Of Day: Day
    Inked stamps provide a visual reminder of your visit to our site.

    Little Rock Central High School NHS has several stamps related to the Passport to Your National Parks program. These stamps help you record your visit and preserve memories from your unique experience at this National Historic Site. 

Last updated: July 31, 2023