Fees & Passes

Free
No entrance pass required

An entrance pass is not required to access Boston African American National Historic Site.

Other National Park Service sites may require an entrance pass or fee. Depending on your trip plans, an interagency pass may save you money.

2025 Free Entrance Days in the National Parks

Come experience the national parks! All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone (other fees, including timed entry or reservation fees, may apply). Mark your calendar for these entrance fee-free dates:

 
Close-up of sign for a brick building - the Museum of African American History.
The Museum of African American History is home to the African Meeting House and the Abiel Smith School.

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Walking tours led by the National Parks of Boston Park Rangers are free to the public. Our partner, the Museum of African American History, charges an entrance fee that supports the maintenance of the historic Abiel Smith School and African Meeting House. This fee is payable at the Museum Store located in the Abiel Smith School. The Museum is located at 46 Joy Street, on Beacon Hill. To see the most up-to-date information regarding fees and hours of operation, go to the Museum of African American History's website

Walking Tours of the Black Heritage Trail - Free

Ranger guided walking tours of the Black Heritage Trail through the neighborhood.

Museum of African American History - $10.00

Adult admission

Museum of African American History - $8.00

Students and 62 and older

Museum of African American History - Free

12 and under

Museum of African American History - Free

Boston Public School Students

Last updated: May 11, 2023

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

21 Second Avenue
Boston African American National Historical Site

Charlestown, MA 02129

Phone:

617 429-6760

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