Frequently Asked Questions Where does the Black Heritage Trail Tour begin? The Black Heritage Trail Tour begins at the Robert Gould Shaw Memorial. The memorial sits immediately atop the Boston Commons on Beacon Street, directly across from the Massachusetts State House. How long is a Black Heritage Trail Tour? The Black Heritage Trail ...

Things To Do   Black Heritage Trail - The Black Heritage Trail explores the history of the 19th century free Black community of Boston. The trail consists of 14 sites and begins at the Robert Gould Shaw Memorial on Beacon Street. Self-guided tours can be conducted at any time, Monday through ...