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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….

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Current Alerts (4)

Information

Visitor Pass Needed to Visit George Washington Carver Museum

All visitors to Tuskegee University, including those visiting the George Washington Carver Museum located on campus, are required to obtain a visitor pass before entering. This policy is part of the university's safety and security procedures. Visitor passes are issued by Tuskegee University Public Safety. Stop by the Campus Public Safety building upon arrival to receive your pass at 1103 West Montgomery Road, Tuskegee, AL 36088.

Information

For Visitor information or assistance, Call (334) 727-3200

For visitor information or assistance at Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site, please call (334) 727-3200.For group reservations please call Sheryl Buchanan at (334) 421-3246.

Caution

The Oaks Tours by Reservation Only

The Oaks, the historic home of Booker T. Washington, is open by reservation only during an ongoing construction and preservation project. Built in 1899, the Queen Anne-style home is undergoing exterior rehabilitation work. Tours are limited to a maximum of 5 visitors per reservation. Large groups and walk-in tours will not be accommodated during this time. To make a reservation, please call (334) 727-3200 or (334) 421-3246.

Information

Accessible Parking Available

Accessible parking is available at the George Washington Carver Museum and The Oaks. For George Washington Carver Museum, after receiving your visitor pass, enter Tuskegee University through Lincoln Gates on Booker T. Washington Boulevard. Pass Margaret Murray Washington Hall and the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center, then turn right to the parking garage. Accessible parking for The Oaks is at 1200 West Montgomery Road. For assistance, call Sheryl Buchanan at (334) 421-3246

Entrance Fees

This park is fee-free.

Visitor Centers

  • Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site Visitor Center

Source: National Park Service.

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