AFRICAN MEETING HOUSE

BOSTON, MA

The African Meeting House in Boston, Massachusetts is a National Historic Landmark. Built in 1806, it was the first African American church in the city and served as a hub of activism and cultural celebration for the African American community. It was the site of the nation’s first meetings of the American Anti-Slavery Society and the headquarters of the abolitionist movement in the city.

The building was originally a Congregational Church and is now owned by the Museum of African American History. It is located in the heart of Boston’s Beacon Hill neighborhood, just blocks away from the oldest African American church in the city, the African Methodist Episcopal Church.

The building has been completely restored and now serves as a museum and cultural center. It houses a variety of exhibitions and programs that focus on the history of African Americans in Boston. It also serves as a venue for events such as lectures, concerts, and workshops. The museum also offers educational programs for children and adults.

The building is open to the public and is a popular tourist attraction. It is a reminder of the important role that the African American community has played in the history of Boston. It is a testament to the resilience and spirit of the African American people and a symbol of their contribution to the city.

AFRICAN MEETING HOUSE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in BOSTON MA. US MID #8402500218

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).

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AFRICAN MEETING HOUSE
14 BEACON ST
BOSTON
MA
84737

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