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African Meeting House, Boston

#353 among attractions in Boston

Church, Asher Benjamin, Historical place, Sacred and religious sites
African Meeting House

Facts and practical information

Alternative names: Built: 1806 (218 years ago)Coordinates: 42°21'36"N, 71°3'56"W
Address

8 Smith CtBeacon HillBoston 02114-4007 United States

Contact
+1 617-723-8863
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Day trips

African Meeting House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Massachusetts State House, Massachusetts Fallen Firefighters Memorial, Vilna Shul, Boston African American National Historic Site.

  • massachusetts state house boston~690 ftSE
  • massachusetts fallen firefighters memorial boston~770 ftSE
  • vilna shul boston~410 ftW
  • boston african american national historic site~220 ftE
  • temple street park boston~540 ftE
  • garden of peace boston~1020 ftE
  • community boating boston0.4 miW
  • parkman bandstand boston0.4 miS
  • cardinal cushing memorial park boston~1020 ftNE
  • louisburg square boston~1020 ftSW
  • beacon hill monument boston~710 ftSE

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is African Meeting House open?

African Meeting House is open:
  • Monday 10 am - 4 pm
  • Tuesday 10 am - 4 pm
  • Wednesday 10 am - 4 pm
  • Thursday 10 am - 4 pm
  • Friday 10 am - 4 pm
  • Saturday 10 am - 4 pm
  • Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to African Meeting House?

Nearby attractions include Smith Court Residences, Boston (1 min walk), Abiel Smith School, Boston (1 min walk), Boston African American National Historic Site, Boston (2 min walk), Vilna Shul, Boston (2 min walk).

How to get to African Meeting House by public transport?

The nearest stations to African Meeting House:

Metro
  • Bowdoin • Lines: Blue (6 min walk)
  • Park Street • Lines: Red (7 min walk)

Light rail
  • Park Street • Lines: B, C, D, E (8 min walk)
  • Government Center • Lines: C, D, E (8 min walk)

Bus
  • Tremont St opp Temple Pl • Lines: 55 (9 min walk)
  • Otis St @ Summer St • Lines: 504, 7 (14 min walk)

Train
  • Boston North Station (12 min walk)
  • Boston South Station (21 min walk)

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