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African Burial Ground National Monument
Things To Do
 

The Visitor Center is open and provides educational programs and interpretation of the commemorative art commissioned for the Burial Ground.

Off-site presentations and a 90-minute walking tour about the African presence in early New York can be scheduled by calling 212-637-2019.

 

 

 




* The African Burial Ground National Monument is available for special events. Interested parties will have to obtain and submit a permit . For information about permits and/or the Upcoming Events contact the Visitor Center by dialing 212-637-2019.

 

 

Photo courtesy Historical Society of Schuylkill County.  

Did You Know?
Up to one-half million tons of coal were annually shipped along the Schuylkill Canal (Navigation System) from Schuylkill County to Philadelphia in the late 1800’s. Photo courtesy Historical Society of Schuylkill County.

Last Updated: February 07, 2008 at 10:19 EST