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Museum of African American History

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作為 New England 規模最大的非裔美國人歷史博物館,本館座落於 Beacon Hill 北坡的兩座歷史原址建築之中。建於 1806 年的 African Meeting House 是美國現存最古老的非裔教堂建築,由自由非裔工匠親手建造,並已修復至 1855 年的原貌;1832 年,William Lloyd Garrison 正是在這座禮堂創立了 New England Anti-Slavery Society。相鄰的 Abiel Smith School(1835 年)則是全美歷史最悠久、專為教育非裔學童而建的公立學校,現設為博物館的展覽展廳、教育活動空間及紀念品店。整個園區是博物館 Black Heritage Trail 的終點站,該路線串連了 14 處歷史遺址,帶領訪客走進南北戰爭前 Boston 的自由非裔社群;此外,MAAH 亦於 Nantucket 設有第二處園區。

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Getting there

46 Joy Street, Boston, MA 02114, United States

Nearest station: Park Street (Red & Green Line), Bowdoin (Blue Line, weekdays 06:30–18:30 only)

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MonClosed
Tue10:00–16:00
Wed10:00–16:00
Thu10:00–16:00
Fri10:00–16:00
SatToday10:00–16:00
Sun10:00–16:00

Admission

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Fee-based timed-entry ticket required; reserve online for entry at 10:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm or 2:30pm Thursday–Sunday. Current admission prices are not published on maah.org — check the booking page.

Accessibility

The African Meeting House is accessible by ramp and elevator; the Abiel Smith School is not currently wheelchair accessible (per the National Park Service).

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Visitor Information

How much does Museum of African American History cost?
Ticket prices for Museum of African American History change by season and by exhibition. Fee-based timed-entry ticket required; reserve online for entry at 10:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm or 2:30pm Thursday–Sunday. Current admission prices are not published on maah.org — check the booking page.. See the museum's website for the current rates and any concessions.
What are the opening hours of Museum of African American History?
Museum of African American History is open Thu–Sun 10:00–16:00 for general admission, with timed entry at 10:30, 11:30, 13:30 and 14:30. Tue–Wed 10:00–16:00 is reserved for field trips, private tours and rentals (no general admission). Closed Mondays. Also closed Thanksgiving (26 Nov 2026), Christmas Day (25 Dec 2026) and New Year's Day (1 Jan 2027).. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Museum of African American History?
Museum of African American History is located at 46 Joy Street, Boston, MA 02114, United States, in the Beacon Hill area of Boston. The nearest stations are Park Street (Red & Green Line), Bowdoin (Blue Line, weekdays 06:30–18:30 only).
What can I see at Museum of African American History?
全美現存歷史最悠久的非裔教堂,與美國第一所專為非裔學童而建的公立學校,兩座歷史地標於 Beacon Hill 並肩而立。 Current highlights include 革命中的黑人聲音:自由、解放與獨立之爭 (Black Voices of the Revolution: Liberty, Emancipation, and the Struggle for Independence), 館藏精選 (Selections from the Collection), The Abiel Smith School 展廳 (The Abiel Smith School Galleries).
Do I need to book Museum of African American History in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit Museum of African American History?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.
Is Museum of African American History accessible?
The African Meeting House is accessible by ramp and elevator; the Abiel Smith School is not currently wheelchair accessible (per the National Park Service).

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