Historic memorial and archaeological site preserving the remains and legacy of one of the earliest and largest burial grounds for people of African descent in North America.
Closed Monday and Tuesday
Outdoor memorial may stay open until 5pm in summer months
How to Get There
From Midtown Manhattan (nearest major hotel area, ~4 mi): Take 7th Ave or Broadway south toward Lower Manhattan, continue onto Broadway and follow it to Duane Street where the monument is located near the civic center just north of City Hall.
Overview
The African Burial Ground National Monument in Lower Manhattan marks one of the earliest and largest known burial grounds for people of African descent in North America, used in the late 17th and 18th centuries. Construction in 1991 uncovered the remains of hundreds of people. A memorial and an adjacent visitor center with exhibits tell the story of African traditions, resilience, and community, a powerful and solemn stop.
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