African Burial Ground National Monument

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African Burial Ground Memorial
African Burial Ground MemorialPhoto: NPS Photo

The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of African communities whose labor, resilience, and cultural contributions were fundamental in shaping the development of New York.

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Entrance to visitor center with four banners above doorway.
Entrance to the African Burial Ground National Monument visitor center.Photo: NPS Photo
Outdoor memorial entrance with closed gate.
Outdoor memorial entrance with closed gate.Photo: NPS Photo
Memorial's circle of diaspora.
Memorial's circle of diaspora.Photo: NPS Photo
Exhibits within visitor center.
Exhibits within visitor center.Photo: NPS Photo

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