Boston African American National Historic Site

One of the strongest abolitionist communities in America was the free black community that lived on the north slope of Beacon Hill in downtown Boston. The Black Heritage Trail highlights the history of Boston’‘s antebellum free black community and their leadership in the abolition movement and Underground Railroad.

From the Massachusetts Turnpike (Route 90)
Take the Copley Square exit to Stuart Street, then turn left on Route 28 (Charles Street) to Boston Common.

From Route 93
Take Storrow Drive to the Copley Square exit, turn left on Beacon Street, right on Arlington Street, left on Boylston Street and left on Charles Street (Route 28).