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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.
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Upcoming Events
- Black Heritage Trail TourSun Aug 23 2026This tour begins at the Massachusetts 54th Regiment and Robert Gould Shaw Monument and ends at the Museum of African American History