This National Historic Landmark in lower Manhattan, the African Burial Ground, is the only preserved african burial site in an urban area in the U.S. Discovered during a 1991 federal constructon project, the skeletal remains of over 400 free and enslaved men, women and children of African descent were found, removed, and reburied. It’s proof [...]
Fraunces Tavern Museum, New York, NY
Purchased in the 1760′s by Samuel Fraunces, a tavern keeper of African American and French descent, this tavern became one of New York’s finest dining establishments. Though it is best known as the site where Washington bade farewell to the officers of the Continental Army in 1783, the tavern also played a significant role in [...]
Abyssinian Baptist Church, New York, NY
Built in 1808, the Abyssinian Baptist Church, New York’s oldest African American church, has one of the largest black congregations in the U.S. The church traces its roots to 1808, when black parishioners left the First Baptist Church of New York in protest over racially segregated seating. The Abyssinian Baptist Church helped launch the [...]
Harlem Heritage Tours, New York NY
Started by Neal Shoemaker in 1998, Harlem Heritage Tours features a variety of special theme tours….from gospel, art, and jazz….everything that has made Harlem great and put it on the map. A first class operation. Fun, friendly and knowledgable, if you want to find out what Harlem’s really about – Mr. Shoemaker is your man! Photo: Blues, [...]
Love at First Site: Harlem One Stop
A can’t be beat guide to events and attractions, historical tours, music, dance, theatre, fairs, festivals, outdoor activities, dining, shopping and more”covering Harlem and the Upper Manhattan area. Visit the website for additional information. Go there!
