History at Sunset Walking Tour: Desegregation in the Cradle of Liberty

Park Event · Boston National Historical Park · Sep 3, 2026 · 5:30 PM–6:45 PM

Join a National Park Service Ranger as they share Boston’s diverse history through unique guided tours. Desegregation in the Cradle of Liberty August 20 & September 3 Boston earned its nickname as the “Cradle of Liberty” by fostering the revolutionary ideals and values that serve as the foundation of this country. As the home to the oldest public school in America, Boston has historically considered access to education as one of these core values. But to whom were those doors open for? Explore Boston's long struggle for equal education, from Prince Hall’s petitions of 1787 through 1976 with the fight for school desegregation. Meeting Point: African Meeting House, 8 Smith Court, Boston, MA 02114 Final Stop: City Hall Route Info: The tour will cover approximately 1.5 miles over uneven surfaces, moderate hills, and cross multiple intersections in a highly populated area.

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