Black Heritage Trail

Discover the powerful and often overlooked stories of African Americans who helped shape Nantucket’s history. This self-guided audio tour follows the official Black Heritage Trail, interpreting key sites that reveal the lives, struggles, and achievements of Nantucket’s Black community—primarily during the nineteenth century.As you follow the route on the map, audio will automatically play when you arrive at each stop, bringing the past to life through engaging storytelling. Walk at your own pace, pause whenever you like, and experience Nantucket through a deeper, more meaningful lens.