African Burial Ground
Quick Facts
- Location
- USA, New York
- Category
- Historic Ruins & Heritage
- Duration
- 30分钟
- Opening Hours
- Visitor center Tue-Sat 10:00-16:00; memorial open daily
- Ticket Price
- Free
- Address
- 290 Broadway, New York, NY, USA
- Coordinates
- 40.7145, -74.0045
Introduction
The African Burial Ground National Monument, located in Lower Manhattan near Duane Street and Broadway, is the site of the largest colonial-era African-American cemetery in North America. An estimated 15,000 free and enslaved Africans were buried here, and the site was rediscovered in 1991 during construction of a federal office building. Following excavation and community advocacy, it became a National Historic Landmark in 1993 and a National Monument in 2006. The visitor center uses exhibits, media and artifacts to tell the buried history of African New Yorkers, while the outdoor memorial centers on Rodney Leon's Spirit of Return monument.
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FAQ
What are the opening hours of African Burial Ground?
Visitor center Tue-Sat 10:00-16:00; memorial open daily
How much is the admission for African Burial Ground?
Free
Any practical tips for visiting African Burial Ground?
The visitor center requires federal building security screening; bring ID NPS rangers give in-depth talks; join if available
How long should I spend at African Burial Ground?
A typical visit takes 30分钟.
