Amy G.
7/30/2025
Anytime there is a National Monument I feel that it is always worth a stop. This holds true for this site. After going through security there is a very small museum. It's a bit dated, but...
African Burial Ground National Monument
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290 Broadway
New York, NY 10007
African Burial Ground National Monument in New York City is the oldest and largest excavated burial ground in North America for both free and enslaved Africans, serving as a sacred space that commemorates the historic role of slavery in building New York.
Visitors can explore the site's rich history and culture through ranger-led tours, events, and a photo gallery, gaining a deeper understanding of the African Burial Ground's significance in American history.
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Ro W.
8/22/2025
We were greeted when we walked in. You have to go through security similar to the airport. Everyone was very nice. Learning history about my ancestors is always bittersweet. It blows my mind what...
Bruce K.
10/18/2022
This memorial honors thousands of enslaved Africans and their descendants who died in colonial New York. It is the oldest and largest known burial cemetery for free and enslaved Africans in North...
Jen W.
11/2/2021
It took a bit of walking to find this site. GPS kept rerouting me, but I was determined to find this spot. I'm glad I did. During our visit, the visitor center is only open by reservation. We read...
tiddle t.
1/16/2025
Exhibits are somewhat limited, but it's great that African-Americans managed to wrestle the recognition by the establishment of this federal monument. Their stories, sweat and tears should never...
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