Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument
More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918.
Photo: US Army/Dickinson College / NPS
About Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument
More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, and partners to develop resources and share the story of the children, families, and communities impacted by Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School.
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Driving times from Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.
Hours
Carlisle Barracks Visitor Center
- Mon
- 7:00AM - 3:00PM
- Tue
- 7:00AM - 3:00PM
- Wed
- 7:00AM - 3:00PM
- Thu
- 7:00AM - 3:00PM
- Fri
- 7:00AM - 3:00PM
- Sat
- Closed
- Sun
- Closed
Getting there
Winter: Generally, cooler weather starts in September. The first snowfall often occurs in mid-October and can extend through mid-April. Spring: During the spring months, temperatures typically range from the 50s-70s. Summer: June through August are seasonably warm with high humidity and temperatures in the 80s and 90s. Fall: Generally, cooler weather starts in September. The first snowfall occurs in mid-October and can extend through mid-April.
Frequently asked questions
- Which national parks are within a day's drive of Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument?
- Within about a day's drive you can reach Gettysburg National Military Park (46 min), Eisenhower National Historic Site (52 min), Appalachian National Scenic Trail (1 h 3 min), Catoctin Mountain Park (1 h 17 min), Antietam National Battlefield (1 h 23 min), Monocacy National Battlefield (1 h 33 min).