Aerial sketch of Boston, focusing on the Common & Beacon Hill. Silhouettes of women in foreground.

Women of Beacon Hill Tour

Boston African American National Historic Site

  • 45 - 60 minutes
  • 13 tour stops

During the 1800s, Beacon Hill served as a center in the work to abolish slavery, the fight for equal education, & the struggle for women’s rights. Black & White women played a significant role in these & other efforts, having aspirational visions of a just & equitable world. Working from their homes & in community spaces, they used tools at their disposal to define their own sphere of action & influence. Join us as we explore stories of the inspiring women who lived & made a difference in this community.

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