Museum of African American History

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7 / 10

6 expert reviews

“The museum is the site of activities, including lectures, children's storytelling, and concerts focusing on black composers.”

– Fodor's

Frommer's Frommer's
"In Revolutionary War-obsessed New England, the history of the black community that thrived in Boston from early colonial times often gets overlooked, with some notable exception." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"The museum's premises comprise the African Meeting House, the oldest black church in the country, and the Abiel Smith School, the nation's first public school for African-American children." Full review
Where Where
"Located adjacent to Harvard University's Hutchins Center for African & African American Research, this gallery celebrates diverse cultures and historical traditions." Full review
Where Where
"New England’s largest African-American history museum is dedicated to the preservation, conservation and accurate interpretation of the contributions of African Americans." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Honoring the life and work those who propelled the abolitionist and civil rights movements forward." Full review


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