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.
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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.
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Driving times from Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.
Hours
Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site
- Mon
- Closed
- Tue
- Closed
- Wed
- Closed
- Thu
- Closed
- Fri
- Closed
- Sat
- Closed
- Sun
- Closed
Activities
Getting there
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 from 70 to 90 F. Humidity is usually high. Be prepared and drink plenty of water. There is a water fountain in the visitor center. Fall: Temperatures usually range widely from 40 to 70 F. Humidity can remain high in the earlier part of the season.
Frequently asked questions
- What is there to do at Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site?
- Popular activities include Bookstore and Park Store, Guided Tours, Junior Ranger Program, Museum Exhibits, Park Film, Self-Guided Tours - Walking.
- Which national parks are within a day's drive of Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site?
- Within about a day's drive you can reach African American Civil War Memorial (3 min), Mary McLeod Bethune Council House National Historic Site (4 min), Ford's Theatre National Historic Site (5 min), Pennsylvania Avenue (5 min), World War I Memorial (6 min), National Mall and Memorial Parks (7 min).