About George Washington Carver National Monument
The young child known as the "Plant Doctor" tended his secret garden while observing the day-to-day operations of a 19th century farm. Nature and nurture ultimately influenced George on his quest for education to becoming a renowned agricultural scientist, educator, and humanitarian.
Quick Facts
Operating Hours
George Washington Carver National Monument is open 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily, except Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1. There is no park entrance fee.
Activities
Getting There
From Interstate 44, drive south on either: Interstate 49: Exit at Diamond (exit 35), then drive five miles east on highway V, and drive ¾ mile south on Carver Road to the park entrance. Highway 59: In Diamond, turn west on highway V and drive for 2 miles, and drive ¾ mile south on Carver Road to the park entrance.
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Topics & Themes
Things To Do
A Contemplative Experience
Take in George Washington Carver’s words of wisdom while stopping to read the quote stones along the short, quarter mile…
Self-guided walk on the Carver trail.
From Woodlands to Prairies
Take your furry friend for a walk along the one-mile picturesque Carver Trail through woodlands, across streams, and along tallgrass…
Report for Duty at the Park
Become a Junior Ranger by completing activities about George Washington Carver’s life and impact on our nation with the “The…
Junior Ranger programs at the park include, "The Plant Doctor", "The Scientist" and "Carver Scholar."
The Legacy of George Washington Carver
Explore the impactful life of Carver at the museum and discovery area. Tour exhibits of his art, examine artifacts from…
Pack a Picnic
All picnic tables are accessible and located along concrete routes. Some of these picnic tables are shaded. There are accessible…
Choose a picnic table and enjoy a healthy meal while embracing your five senses and energizing your body. Restore your…
Explore the Park Museum and Discovery Area
Located in the visitor center, the museum and discovery area offer visitors three floors of exhibits on George Washington Carver's…
The museum and discovery area offer visitors three floors of exhibits for a self-guided experience. The museum is on the…
Visitor Centers
George Washington Carver National Monument
The visitor center is a multilevel facility that houses a museum, theater, park store, interactive exhibits areas, classrooms, additional restrooms, library, museum collection facility, offices…
Hours: The visitor center is a multilevel facility that houses a museum, theater, park store, interactive exhibits areas, classrooms, additional restrooms, library, museum collection facility, offices space, and a large multipurpose area that also serves as a tornado shelter. It is open daily, 9am to 5pm, except Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1.
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