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Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site

Designation: National Historic Site

Location: Alabama

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📘 Park Overview

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….

🌤 Weather Information

The 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 in January is 34 degrees.

🚗 Directions

From 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 Franklin Rd. for 3 miles to the traffic light. Park headquarters on the left corner..

Images

A three story Queen Anne Revival style red brick house

This house, like Washington himself, was a lesson plan to both students and benefactors of Tuskegee Institute.

Credit: NPS Photo

Sunset of blue, red, and orange sky behind The Oaks, Booker T. Washngton home

As the the sun sets behind The Oaks, the beauty of the Tuskegee sky shines through.

Credit: NPS Photo

A brown colored modified school bus with two windows

Many are amazed to see the last Movable School that was used by Dr. George W. Carver to bring education to the rural communities surrounding Tuskegee

Credit: NPS Photo

George W. Carver and Henry Ford seated facing one another talking

Millions have been impressed by the genious of George W. Carver, including Henry Ford, Founder of Ford Motor Company

Credit: Tuskegee University Archives

Bottle of Peanut Oil with green label - one of Dr. Carver's many uses for the peanut

Hundreds flocked to Tuskegee for polio treatment using George W. Carver's peanut oil

Credit: NPS Photo

Activities

Topics

Operating Hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
9:00AM - 4:30PM
Tuesday
9:00AM - 4:30PM
Wednesday
9:00AM - 4:30PM
Thursday
9:00AM - 4:30PM
Friday
9:00AM - 4:30PM
Saturday
9:00AM - 4:30PM

Entrance Fees

No entrance fees listed.

Entrance Passes

No entrance passes listed.

3-Day Weather Forecast

Tuesday, Mar 3

Overcast

Overcast

High: 71.4°F | Low: 55.9°F

Humidity: 75%

Wind: 10.3 mph

Rain Chance: 0%

UV Index: 1.4

Sunrise: 06:08 AM

Sunset: 05:42 PM

Moon: Full Moon (100%)

Visibility: 6 mi

Dew Point: 57.3°F

Cloud Cover: 0%

Pressure: N/A mb

Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A

Ozone: N/A

EPA Index: N/A

Wednesday, Mar 4

Overcast

Overcast

High: 72°F | Low: 53.8°F

Humidity: 84%

Wind: 6.5 mph

Rain Chance: 0%

UV Index: 1.2

Sunrise: 06:07 AM

Sunset: 05:43 PM

Moon: Waning Gibbous (100%)

Visibility: 5 mi

Dew Point: 59.3°F

Cloud Cover: 0%

Pressure: N/A mb

Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A

Ozone: N/A

EPA Index: N/A

Thursday, Mar 5

Mist

Mist

High: 72°F | Low: 57.7°F

Humidity: 84%

Wind: 8.5 mph

Rain Chance: 0%

UV Index: 0

Sunrise: 06:05 AM

Sunset: 05:44 PM

Moon: Waning Gibbous (97%)

Visibility: 6 mi

Dew Point: 61.4°F

Cloud Cover: 0%

Pressure: N/A mb

Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A

Ozone: N/A

EPA Index: N/A

Park Alerts

Visitor Pass Needed to Visit George Washington Carver Museum Information
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.

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Visitor Pass Required Information
All visitor to the George Washington Carver Museum must stop by Tuskegee University Public Safety Building to obtain a visitor pass before entering campus.
New Policy on Fires and Lighting Information
Please be advised that a new policy is now in effect regarding the lighting and maintaining of fires within the park. To read the full details, including specific regulations and guidelines, please refer to the Superintendent's Compendium.

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George Washington Carver Museum Closure Information
The George Washington Carver Museum is closed until further notice. “The Oaks” (home of Booker T. Washington) tours are still available at 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m. (CT), Tuesday through Saturday.
Site Closed Due to Inclement Weather Park Closure
Due to inclement weather on Friday, January 6, 2017, the Tuskegee Institute NHS will be closed at 1:00 p.m.
For Visitor information or assistance, Call (334) 727-3200 Information
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.
For Visitor information or assistance, Call (334) 727-3200 Information
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.

Visitor Center & Contacts

📍 Physical Address:
1212 West Montgomery Road
Tuskegee Institute, AL 36088

🏤 Mailing Address:
1212 West Montgomery Road
Tuskegee Institute, AL 36088

📞 Voice Phone: (334) 421-3246

✉️ Email: sheryl_buchanan@nps.gov

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