National Historic Site · MA
The National Park Service lists 12 things to do at Boston African American National Historic Site. 11 have no extra fee, 9 need no reservation, and 7 allow pets. Each listing links to the full NPS page. Data is from the NPS snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.
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Become a Junior Ranger at Boston African American National Historic Site by learning about the sites along the Black Heritage Trail Trail® here in Boston.
Year-round Pets allowed
Become a Junior Ranger at Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park!
Year-round
Become a Junior Ranger at Boston National Historical Park by learning about the sites along the Freedom Trail® here in Boston.
Year-round Pets allowed
Explore Downtown Boston, Beacon Hill, and Charlestown with a self-guided audio tour!
Year-round Pets allowed
Take a self-guided tour of the Black Heritage Trail® and learn about the contributions of Boston's Black Community in Beacon Hill.
60-90 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed
Join a Park Ranger for a special guided tour exploring Boston's rich history as a city of revolutions.
75-90 Minutes Summer, Fall Reservation required Pets allowed
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Join National Parks of Boston Rangers as we recreate historic town meetings.
30-45 Minutes Summer
At the Museum of African American History visitors can immerse themselves in the rich history of Beacon Hill's 19th century Black community by exploring this museum's historic buildings and the stories held within.
Year-round Reservation required Fee applies
Find your park anywhere, from your home to your backyard, with activities spanning the National Parks of Boston.
30-60 Minutes Year-round
Visit the Historic Cradle of Liberty's marketplace, Visitor Center, Great Hall, and Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company.
Year-round Pets allowed
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.
60-90 Minutes Summer, Fall Reservation required Pets allowed
Watch a film that follows the story of Lewis Hayden and his family as they seek freedom on the Underground Railroad and become activists living in Boston, Massachusetts.
18 Minutes Year-round
Check current alerts and closures, entrance fees and operating hours for Boston African American. Programs and tours can change with the season or be cancelled on short notice — confirm on the NPS page before you plan around one.
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