Harriet Tubman Park
A tiny park situated in Boston's historic South End, will feature a 1913 statue "Emancipation" - the only monument in America to freed slaves. Created by black artist Meta Warrick Fuller, it depicts a man and woman emerging metaphorically from bondage. Born a slave, Harriet Tubman is recognized as the mother of the Underground Railroad, a dangerous clandestine escape route for slaves to freedom. Beginning in 1850, Tubman's tenacity and emboldened spirit helped 300 black men and women escape slavery. Tubman's brilliance as a speaker galvanized abolitionists in Boston to be a leading force in 19th century history.
Location: Columbus Ave & Warren Sts., South End Boston, MA
Phone: 617-725-0022
Directions: Columbus Ave. between Holyoke and Pembroke Sts,. at the corner of Warren. 10 minutes walking distance from Prudential Center.
Museum of Afro-American History/African Meeting House
The Museum of Afro-American History is New England's largest African American history museum with three national historic sites dating back to the early 1800s and our Black Heritage Trail which attracts visitors from around the world.
Permanent interactive exhibits include: The Times We Had, Separate Schools, Unequal Education and Building on a Firm Foundation, historic artifacts, and works of art. The Museum preserves the remarkable and vivid history of free African Americans and white abolitionists whose efforts changed a nation.
Time: Open Mon-Sat 10-4pm. Memorial Day - Labor Day, Mon-Sun 10-4pm.
Cost: Donation suggested.
Location: 46 Joy Street Boston, MA 02108
Phone: 617-725-0022 Fax: 617-742-5225
Website: www.afroammuseum.org, email: [email protected]
Directions: Public transportation: By T, take the Red Line to the Charles Street/MGH station, or take the Red or Green line to Park Street. Walk up Park Street to the State House on Beacon Street. Turn left onto Beacon and right onto Joy Street. Handicap Accessible. Limited parking available, meters on Cambridge Street. Validated parking is available at the Center Plaza Garage.
Museum of Afro-American Artists
This museum of Afro American artists and history has 2 divisions. Permanent and temporary exhibits are scheduled throughout the year in the museum. The music division produces and performs Black Nativity. Art exhibits, tours, lectures, films, and concerts.
Location: 300 Walnut Ave, Roxbury, MA 02119
Phone: 617-442-8614, (617) 442-8014
John Greenleaf Whittier Home
Residence of poet and abolitionist from 1836 to 1892; original furnishings.
Location: 86 Friend St., Amesbury, MA 01913
Phone: (978) 388-1337
MARTHA'S VINEYARD:
African-American Heritage Trail
Guided tours; cultural tours.
Location: Vineyard Haven, MA 02568
Phone: (508) 693-0085
