Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site

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The restored facades of three historic Victorian row-homes on an urban street in Washington, DC

About Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site

Before Dr. Carter G. Woodson, there was very little accurate written history about the lives and experiences of Americans of African descent. Today a National Historic Site, Dr. Woodson’s home served as the headquarters for the Association for the Study of African American Life and History. Dr. Woodson established Negro History Week here in 1926, which we celebrate today as Black History Month.

Quick Facts

State District of Columbia
Designation National Historic Site
State Code DC
Weather Winter: Temperatures usually range from 30 to 50 F. There is occasional snow. Spring: Temperatures usually range widely from 40 to 70 F. Rain is common. Summer: Temperatures usually range…

Operating Hours

Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site is temporarily closed for construction.

Wednesday Closed
Monday Closed
Thursday Closed
Sunday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed

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