Went here for the 1st time with my daughter & we enjoyed it, this place was a great learning experience for both me & her to see how our ancestors lived & what they went through. I Love how she was asking questions about all the exhibits & took plenty of pictures. Great for all ages & would recommend this as a class field trip to any school, a lot of information & great staff. The ranger was very helpful & was explaining the different exhibits to us. This is a must see with your kids & family

First experience was breathtaking. There’s such a spiritual movement that runs through you while you’re inside. For those who feel connected with their African lineage. They play movies to depict the past. For me it’s always good to have a history reminder of the country I live in today & how far we’ve come as a people. The museum is outstanding. Can’t wait to go back!

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Was a beautiful monument and a very sad and powerful piece of history. I think the city could’ve done more to acknowledge what they have done though and still are. It’s currently being protected by scaffolding cause of the building going on next to it. Also the government shutdown prevented us from being able to see it close up.

Beautiful venue captures the stories of slavery and what the slaves endured in NY well

The exhibit and grounds were humbling, heartbreaking and inspiring..To be reminded of what African slaves and their offspring endured while LITERALLY building New York City..being forbidden to bury their dead.. choosing to defy and face beatings and death so their dead could be buried with dignity and respect..just to have this sacred ground built on for corporate and government greed..To have to protest..testify at hearing after hearing - to justify the importance of retain the SMALL remaining portion of sacred ground..is mindboggling.

My Black New York professor Dionne Bennett treated the class to a field trip to the African Burial Ground because it aligned with the classs coursework. As college students we were ecstatic to go on a field trip because its uncommon for students our age to be taken off campus to learn. On the day of our field trip we all met up at the museum , which can be a bit difficult to find because of the many buildings in the vicinity. However, after finding the site and entering the building, this museum left me speechless for quite a bit of time . Although small the museum was beautifully, yet gracefully designed. I was not prepared for the amount of knowledge that was provided to me , and at times some of the new information became overwhelming. Without giving too much away , I would say that if you are in the area do yourself a favor and visit The African Burial Ground. The experience is unlike any other.

The burial ground was truly an inspirational place to be, not everyone has heard of this amazing place but this was such an educational place to be, the trip there was worth it, the staff there are helpful and full of knowledge.

It was a wonderful experience. This is a place of respect and ancestors. Wealth of information. Exhibits are very easy to read and understand.

Very beautiful and informative museum!

Possibly the most significant location in the city for all of African decent. The story revealed through the study and analysis of this helps to create a clearer picture of the African presence in all of the post colonial New World. And it is powerful to be able have a place to visit and connect with the strong resilient and not forgotten predecessors of the struggle we so often remark about.

Great museum with lovely host. Every native New Yorker should definitely visit.

An very sacred place to pay your respects to the deceased enslaved children & adults whos remains were found , while preparing this property to build an commercial business on it. That building process has been permanently canceled, & now this hallowed & spiritual grounds , are the blessed resting place for the re- interment of the remains of over an dozen slaves that once populated lower Manhattan in that timeline.

My first time going there and I loved it. I will be taking my little daughter there. Looking at my ancestors made me cry. They had a performance yesterday (Dec 26 2019) for Kwanzaa

Quite clean and neat

A tranquil and reverent place in the heart of the hustle of Manhattans civic center.

The rangers were extremely knowledgeable. It is so educational and so well done. It is an amazing place to honor the people who helped start this country. Definitely watch the 20 minute video.

It was a wonderful experience. You really gain an appreciation for what the enslaved Africans went through.

Visiting this sacred place to see Uptown Dance Academy & celebrate Kwanza with friends! We need to recognize the past with understanding & MOURN & make a better future with unity for ALL!

It was amazing even though we didnt have a tour guide I was able to explore and learn with my 7 year old daughter about our ansisters. Will be planning to go back real soon

Buried and forgotten history. What else is buried under Manhattan?

This is a place of Respect and ancestors resting of them bones. I have a spiritual connections to this site.

Wealth of information. Exhibits are very easy to read and understand. Staff is courteous and polite. Very informative and moving experience

Stop by and learn about this sacred burial ground, unknown to many until the recent discovery of the site. Because the entire site is fenced off, visitors can only see and take pictures of the memorial from the street, and read the plaques with information about the history and significance of the place.

It was an extremely emotional experience as a black man. To learn about the Transatlantic Slave Trade is one thing--to see actual artifacts and remnants from it is an entirely different and sobering experience. I recommend it for anyone trying to envision what it was like.

Beautiful monument and the small museum was very well done. We stumbled upon this with our young kids and felt like it was properly respectful, emotional, but not upsetting to them. Movie sparked a lot of conversations between us all. Highly recommend.

Beautiful place! The park rangers here are so friendly and personable, they really brought it to life and made my groups experience unique.

Nice place with a rich history. Worth to visit. I have learned so much and would like this monument to receive more recognition.

A great experience! I cant wait to go back with my family!

Took my kids there & had an Amazing experience

It was very emotional when I watched the movie about how it all started. Rest in peace to the ancestors we lost.

Went here for my birthday to honor my ancestors

Powerful and informative exhibit. Unfortunately, the outdoor monument is completely covered by scaffolding. I assume this is due to renovations on the adjacent building.

Staffs were friendly and love this place as field trip for children.

They have a nice little gift shop and museum. But the site itself is currently under construction as of now.

Although the memorial is under construction, the visitor center is open and worth visiting. Staff are so friendly and helpful. A good place to stop and learn the history also show respect.

One of the best historical sites in the worldAfrican Americans built this city and most of USATHIS PLACE SHOULD REAL HAVE BEEN AN ENTIRE CITY BLOCK, but Federal Building was built on this sacred site-shame!!More museum of the inside of federal building

I recommend a visit to this free museum. Gives you an appreciation of how the Africans brought to America as slaves helped build and shape New York City.

I wasnt able to go inside the building because it was already closed.. the site represents the slaves that were buried here and they have different symbols for them... I couldnt get great picture because they where doing construction ..its a must to visit

Great National Park. Unique story and site in NYC.

This place is amazing! Very clean with a super nice staff. I learned so much and I wish this monument had more recognition.

A part of NYC history that always gets over looked. Such a fitting tribute to the men and women who were forgotten.

It gave insight to Africans in New York, information that has not been shared previously.

Great informative place

Definitely a hidden gem in Manhattan. Bring your family & friends here to learn some great history.

Brought a group of 7th and 8th graders.Tremendous experience for students and teachers alike. Staff is very patient and knowledgeable. Interactive exhibits.

Great cultural experience and eye opener

Most Important Black Historical site N NYC

African Burial Ground - 290 Broadway, NYC. Intimate exhibit and video presentation to describe the discovery of the burial ground, the intention of preserving the remains with respect and the contribution of Africans to wealth and development of lower Manhattan.

I went here as part of a college class trip. It was very enlightening and saddening. It greatly enhanced my understanding of the role that slavery played in the formation of New York City and think that everyone should go have a look.

Very good displays. The monument itself is currently under construction, but you can still view it from the outside. Looking forward to the opening.

Great learned a lot

I did not know it was there. Its kind of hidden. Its a nice place

Such rich history. Things I didnt know about our history. I was in awe of the whole experience!

This monument is very powerful. Make sure you check out the visitor center. There is a museum inside that is well worth the visit. They show a video in a small theater that brought some tears to my eyes.

A wonderful monument in lower Manhattan dedicated to the unknown africans buried on the site. This is a piece of our history and the monument is a testament to the people buried on the site. Be sure to visit the interpretive center around the corner. There are several interesting exhibits and a video explaining how the monument first came to be. Be prepared to go through security.

This museum is amazing! I understand why it’s no admission charge.. they just want people to be educated!! Highly recommend to everyone.. it makes you appreciate everything you have today

Enlightening

Interesting semi-outdoor memorial.

Its definitely something to experience ESPECIALLY as a black person

Very informative. Everyone should visit and learn about their history.

Excellent Experience

The memorial itself is important. Apparently, it is the biggest archaeological find in 20th century a North America. What is also worth noting is how there was even a memorial established. I recommend stopping by if you are in the area. It is small, yet simple but significant. I took a photo to post here, too.

I was hurt, all these years I had not know my family was buried under building in new York, Im so devestated, but Im glad my daughter brought me , she had a project to do and I was glad I went

The burial ground and accompanying Museum are both informative and reverent. Admission is free, so I recommend everyone go and learn about what took place here.

Very educational and interesting. Worth the trip!!

Story MUST be told. Great place to start.

Interesting and important site.

I Went on a school project and it was interesting to have spent some time learning about history. Amazing history on the lower east side. Must see!

Both informative and inspiring!

Thankful that they made the space for this. Very meaningful and sad.

Ancestors will communicate to and breathe a new sense of purpose and life into those who have sincerity, curiosity, respect, and destiny.

While it is very small, but it is very detailed and educational. I am not sure why I need to go through a metal detector. I am not going to rob the place..

A great and unknown place that tourists and locals should visit in New York city.

A place full of historical facts, a small viewing room, and a nice gift shop. The burial ground is around the corner from the entrance.

This is a beautiful monument and is a must-see for anyone who is a history buff. Youll want to carve out some time to visit the museum but also to reflect upon the monument and grounds itself.

The interior nice but the burial ground is very small and buildings have been built all around it, it is about 100 times smaller than the burial ground truly is because its been built on for years. I wish it was larger and not just some hole in the wall. It isnt a good representation of the hundreds of lives lost.

The African burial grounds is a very special place. While the location might be small and the exhibition limited, the history surrounding the place is just exceptional. Highly recommended

We need to preserve more locations like this

Very informative museum! I wish it was advertised more!

It was great and very informative I loved it.

So playfull monument. When u enter between two plates at the end is small rift. View from it is quite indeed romantic. In the center of attention is marble circle decorated as the map of world. All around monument is big grass land with only one path that u can use to walk at monument.

We took our kids here while on vacation in New York. Great spot for reflection. The museum is nice as well.

Underrated site and incredible museum. Small but so full of information. Be sure to watch the introductory first and then explore the exhibits to get the most out of it.

More evidence of African Americans invaluable contributions that makes this country what it is. I learned a lot from this museum. Also, there are many books i have never heard of are in the bookstore. I would recommend everyone to take the opportunity to visit.

A moving tribute to those who built this country, but have been left out of the history books. The narrative, the artwork, the poetry respectfully do justice to this solemn place.

Its Remarkable truth we all need to know

My dad was buried there. Mad vibes.

Everyone should go check out this historic site.

Put this on your list. You should go here. Know all history, not just the easy parts.

1. Even though youre not an American like me, it is worth to visit this place. This place is not only about the American history but also about human beings history. Actually, I had expected that this was just a cemetery for African Americans. However, while I watched some film in the visitor center, I deeply moved and understood why it was so important. I strongly recommend visiting it.2. All staffs are very kind and gentle. Most park rangers who I met are usually great. Park rangers there are the most dedicated in my opinion. Thanks to them, all of us learned a lot of things there. I can never forget them.3. If you have children, they can earn Junior rangers badges there after completing booklets. It is helpful to read a junior ranger booklet(you can download it) before visiting. JR program is not picky. Kids can find answers easily in the museum. Also a park ranger explains it to kids very kindly. Awesome.

Wonderful experience; a must-see location.

Sombre, a place of recognition of our ancestors and a time of reflection.

A well designed monument. Its own museum nearby is a nice place to go for people who want to learn more about NYCs history.

A respectful burial memorial to significant, contributing generations mistreated by their contemporaries full of elitists, racists and biased government. Easily accessible by car, local MTA buses,subway lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, A, C, E and PATH trains.

Excellent, the sentiment is good but is that a building site around it?

It had a building on it, when the building was demolished WE were fortunate that a young Afroamerican Woman noticed human bones, if she didnt do all the work to get those bones recognized, this would not be here. She gets all the credit.

A must see location full of historical facts.

Very good narrative of what life was like for Africans in New York. Dont miss the movie as it really does a wonderful job of telling the story of how the monument came to life.

Great place! Definitely a must go, must see site!