Support Your Park

There are a few ways to be responsible stewards of your Boston African American National Historic Site:

Donate. You can make a tax deductible donation directly to: National Park Service, 14 Beacon Street, Suite 401, Boston, MA 02108

Visit, Learn, and Share. Visit the park (in person or virtually), learn about the people and events that make it one of America’s Treasures, and share those stories with others who may come to understand and enjoy your park, too!
 
 
 

Did You Know?

Elizabeth "Mumbet" Freeman and the Boston African American NHS logo

In 1783, Massachusetts became the first state in the country to officially abolish slavery, after two slaves, Elizabeth “Mumbet” Freeman and Qwok Walker, successfully sued in separate cases for their freedom.