This house, like Washington himself, was a lesson plan to both students and benefactors of Tuskegee Institute.
Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site
National Historic Site · AL
In 1881, Booker T. Washington arrived in Alabama and started building Tuskegee Institute both in reputation and literally brick by brick. He recruited the best and the brightest to come and teach here including George Washington Carver who arrived in 1896. Carver’s innovations in agriculture, especially with peanuts, expanded Tuskegee’s standing throughout the country. The story continues….
Park report
Alert: Park Closure
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesThe Oaks is Temporarily Closed Due to Preservation Work
Alert: Information
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesAccessible Parking Available
Alert: Information
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesVisitor Pass Needed to Visit George Washington Carver Museum
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available3 activities
Park Name
InfoTuskegee Institute National Historic Site
Designation
InfoNational Historic Site
State(s)
InfoAL
Phone
Info(334) 727-3200
sheryl_buchanan@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoTuskegee Insitute National Historic Site, admission is free for all visitors.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoArchitecture and Building, African American Heritage, Reconstruction + 1 more
Weather Info
InfoThe weather in Tuskegee is generally sunny with an average of 218 sunny days annually. Tuskegee gets an average of 52 inches of rain per year. The high in July averages 92 degrees, and the average low
Getting There
InfoFrom Atlanta - Follow I-85S towards Montgomery, AL Take Exit 32 and turn left on the overpass onto Pleasant Springs Dr. Travel approximately 2 miles and turn left on Franklin Rd. (Co. Rd. 30). Follow
Location
Info32.4296° N, -85.7049° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website