African Burial Ground National Monument

In 1991, during the construction of the Ted Weiss Federal Building in New York City, the discovery of more than 400 skeletons revealed a 6.6-acre burial ground for enslaved and free Africans, estimated to hold over 15,000 remains. This site, now known as the African Burial Ground National Monument, stands as one of America’s most significant archaeological finds of the 20th century. Visitors can explore the monument, which honors the lives and contributions of these individuals, and gain insight into the historical context and cultural significance of this sacred space.