Shockoe Hill African Burying Ground, Richmond
Facts and practical information
The Shockoe Hill African Burying Ground was established by the city of Richmond, Virginia, for the interment of free people of color, and the enslaved. The heart of this now invisible burying ground is located at 1305 N 5th St. It was created as the replacement for the Burial Ground for Negroes, now also called the African Burial Ground, located in Shockoe Bottom. The Burial Ground for Negroes was closed in 1816 upon the opening of this new African Burying Ground on Shockoe Hill. It is one of Virginia's most endangered historic places. ()
Northside (Gilpin)Richmond
Shockoe Hill African Burying Ground – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Richmond Coliseum, The National, John Marshall House, The Valentine.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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How to get to Shockoe Hill African Burying Ground by public transport?
Bus
- J • Lines: 14, 3C (16 min walk)
- I • Lines: 3C, 5 (16 min walk)