Established on Beacon Hill in 1860 at the beginning of the Civil War, this home provided old-age housing for formerly enslaved women and Black women from Boston’s free Black community.
Established on Beacon Hill in 1860 at the beginning of the Civil War by both African American and white abolitionists, the home provided old-age housing for women who were formerly enslaved as well as Black women from Boston’s free Black community who had lived and worked in Boston. The home was here from 1864-1900, later moving to 22 Hancock Street, and was supported by the community into the 1920s. Read more about the history and notable women at this landmark.
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The Boston Women’s Heritage Trail celebrates the past accomplishments of remarkable women in Boston, claiming their rightful place in our City’s history. Through education, reflection, and an interactive city-wide monument, we activate the powerful female side of Boston’s history.
