Booker T Washington National Monument
National Monument Virginia
Booker T. Washington was born a slave in April 1856 on the 207-acre farm of James Burroughs. After the Civil War, Washington became the first principal of Tuskegee Normal and Industrial School. Later as an adviser, author and orator, his past would influence his philosophies as the most influential African American of his era. Come explore his birthplace.
Entry Fees
No additional fees
Weather Information
Please contact the park at 540/721-2094 during inclement weather conditions to find out about closures.
Address
12130 Booker T. Washington Highway, Hardy, VA 24101
Activities & Topics
Arts and Culture Craft Demonstrations Cultural Demonstrations Live Music Food Picnicking Guided Tours Self-Guided Tours - Walking Hiking Living History Reenactments Junior Ranger Program Park Film Museum Exhibits African American Heritage Birthplace Enslavement Farming and Agriculture Plantations Monuments and Memorials Reconstruction Schools and Education Social Movements Civil Rights Wars and Conflicts Civil War
Contact Information
Operating Hours
wednesday
10
monday
Closed
thursday
10
sunday
10
tuesday
Closed
friday
10
saturday
10