African Burial Ground National Monument
Hours
See this week's hours below.
- Entrance fee
- The Park Service lists no entrance fee for this site.
- Phone
- 2122384373
- Address
- African Burial Ground National Monument, New York, NY 10007
About African Burial Ground
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.
Hours
INDOOR VISITOR CENTER AND MUSEUM
INDOOR VISITOR CENTER AND MUSEUM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
Changes to these hours
- Extended Hours, Jun 1 to Sep 1, 2027: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Fall, Eastern Standard Time, Nov 3 to Nov 30, 2026: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Winter, Dec 1 to Mar 31, 2027: Closed
- Christmas, Dec 25: Closed
- New Year's Day Closure, Jan 1: Closed
OUTDOOR MEMORIAL
OUTDOOR MEMORIAL
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
Changes to these hours
- Thanksgiving Holiday Closure, Nov 26: Closed
- Christmas Holiday Closure, Dec 25: Closed
- New Year's Day Closure, Jan 1: Closed
Getting there
The African Burial Ground National Monument is located on the first floor of the Ted Weiss Federal Building located at 290 Broadway in Lower Manhattan; close to Foley Square and just north of City Hall. Our visitor center is located mid-block on Broadway between the cross streets of Duane Street and Reade Streets.
Weather
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Things to do
Arts and Culture, Bookstore and Park Store, Guided Tours, Junior Ranger Program, Museum Exhibits, Park Film, Shopping.
Source: National Park Service data feed, checked September 24, 2026. Hours shown are the Park Service's posted standard hours plus any date changes it lists. Official page for African Burial Ground ↗