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George Washington Carver National Monument
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George Washington Carver National Monument
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Categories
National ParksDiamond, MO Recreation
Hours:
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Check out the video link below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lzwZcvAl_i0About Us
George Washington Carver National Monument is the birthplace & childhood home of George Washington Carver. Established in 1943, it's the first National Park dedicated to an African American.
Events
Planting Inspiration
- ''Catch the vision'' with George W. Carver's students whom he cherished, taught, mentored, and inspired
- Saturday May 3, 2025
Birds on the Move
- Learn all about bird migration with breeding bird surveyor and expert Martin bailey. Binoculars provided
- Saturday May 24, 2025
Bison Pieces, Parts, and Poop
- Explore the utility of the great bison with Dana Hoisington, Naturalist from Prairie State Park
- Saturday May 31, 2025
Prairie Walkabout and Plant ID
- Witness the beauty of blooming wildflowers and fresh prairie grasses on a walk with Dennis Evans of the Missouri Prairie Foundation
- Saturday Jun 14, 2025
Juneteenth Celebration
- Join park staff for a special program on the history and significance of Juneteenth, a holiday celebrating the end of slavery in the U.S.
- Saturday Jun 21, 2025
Rep/Contact Info
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