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Booker T Washington National Monument

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Booker T Washington National Monument commemorates the life of the prominent African American educator and leader. Located in Virginia, it offers insight into Washington's early life and the history of African American education in the United States.

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Visitors come to explore the 207-acre site, which includes walking trails, a visitor center, and a reconstructed tobacco farm. The monument serves as a place for reflection and education about the struggles and achievements of African Americans in the post-Civil War era.

Things to do

Start at the Booker T. Washington Visitor Center
15-60 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Begin your visit at the Booker T. Washington Visitor Center. Pick up a park brochure and stamp your Passport t...
Explore Exhibits on Booker T. Washington’s Early Life
15-60 Minutes · Winter/Spring

The Booker T. Washington Visitor Center offers an in-depth look at life on a small tobacco plantation in Piedm...
Ring the Bell: A Symbolic Marker of Freedom
5-10 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Booker T. Washington and his family were among the four million enslaved individuals emancipated in Virginia i...
Enjoy a Picnic at Booker T. Washington National Monument
30-120 Minutes · Winter/Spring

The picnic area at Booker T. Washington National Monument sits on a shaded hillside next to the visitor center...
Bring Your Dog for a Walk to Booker T. Washington NM
30-60 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Booker T. Washington National Monument in Hardy, Virginia, is dog-friendly and welcomes leashed dogs on the gr...
Take a Tour of the Historic Core on the Plantation Trail
30-60 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Explore Booker T. Washington’s early life at the site of the former Burroughs Plantation. The historic core in...
Take a hike on the Jack-O-Lantern Branch Trail
45-90 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Take a hike on the Jack-O-Lantern Branch trail and see the forest where Booker T. Washington travelled as a ch...

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At a glance

Opened
1956
Open
Daily 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Accessibility
partially accessible
Address
12130 Booker T. Washington Highway, Hardy, VA 24101
Opening hours
Daily 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Phone
5406820173
Price
Free
Website
www.nps.gov

Things to know

Expect limited parking during peak seasons.
Check for guided tour availability, as they can fill up quickly.
Dress for outdoor activities, including sturdy shoes for trails.
Restrooms are available at the visitor center.

Photo: NPS Photo/ VIP Bill Tucker