Booker T Washington National Monument
Booker T. Washington National Monument
Booker T. Washington National Monument, formerly Burroughs Plantation, is home to the birthplace of Booker T. Washington. Washington was born a slave on the 207-acre farm of James Burroughs and after the Civil War became founder and first principal of Tuskegee Normal and Industrial School. He later went on to be an adviser, author and orator, his past would influence his philosophies as the most influential African American of his era.
At A Glance
In The Park
Superintendent: Rebecca HarriettPhone Number: 540-721-2094
Entrance Fees: Free
Sights: Jack-O-Lantern Branch Heritage Trail; Plantation Trail; Burroughs Plantation
Important Dates
By The Numbers
Acres: 239.01Annual Visitation: 18,339 (2006)
Location
Latitude / Longitude :37.118440 / -79.732250 (map it)
State: VA
Nearby Big City: Hardy, VA
Gateway Communities: Hardy, VA; Moneta, VA; Vinton, VA; Rocky Mount, VA
Nearby Airports: Roanoke Regional Airport (ROA); Lynchburg Regional Airport (LYH)
Green Features
Has Recycling? : YesHas Shuttle System? : No
Has Volunteer Program? : Yes
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In Detail
At A Glance Fees & Reservations Fees There is no admission fee. School Groups Reservations for school tours should be made as far in advance as possible, especially for the most popular school tour seasons, mi ... read more.
History History & Culture "I was born a slave on a plantation in Franklin County, Virginia. I am not quite sure of the exact place or exact date of my birth, but at any rate I suspect I must have been born s ... read more.
In A Nutshell Operating Hours & Seasons Open seven days a week, year-round, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1.Directions Plane Air service is available to both Roanoke, VA ... read more.
Just For Kids To Be A Slave ". . . I had the feeling that to get into a schoolhouse . . . would be about the same as getting into paradise." Booker T. Washington In this program, students participate in a flannel- ... read more.
Preservation Support Your Park Volunteer Opportunities Visitor Center Desk: Provide visitors with information on the life and times of Booker T. Washington, park programs, educational programs, and special events ... read more.
Things To Do Guided Tours Ranger guided walking tours of the historic area of the park are offered daily during the summer and on Saturdays and Sundays during the school year, as weather and staff availability pe ... read more.
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November 21, 2008 - 10:01am
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Park to Reopen Today after Crews Repair Road, Channel Kautz Creek
November 21, 2008 - 9:56am
The Nisqually Road in Mount Rainier National Park will reopen today, a day earlier than expected. The road, and the park, have been closed since Nov. 12 when Kautz Creek jumped its banks and flooded the main road into the park.
November 21, 2008 - 9:56am
The Nisqually Road in Mount Rainier National Park will reopen today, a day earlier than expected. The road, and the park, have been closed since Nov. 12 when Kautz Creek jumped its banks and flooded the main road into the park.
Jenna Otter Returns to Scene of Grizzly Bear Attack
November 21, 2008 - 9:55am
Reporting from Glacier National Park -- No one knew what to expect on the trail to Grinnell Glacier one late summer morning, but a second bull moose less than an hour out was hardly a good sign. During September and October -- mating season -- it's always best to give the spindly-legged animals plenty of room.
November 21, 2008 - 9:55am
Reporting from Glacier National Park -- No one knew what to expect on the trail to Grinnell Glacier one late summer morning, but a second bull moose less than an hour out was hardly a good sign. During September and October -- mating season -- it's always best to give the spindly-legged animals plenty of room.
Expected Rule Change Would Benefit Bicycling in National Parks
November 21, 2008 - 9:07am
An upcoming National Park Service (NPS) rule change could greatly benefit mountain bicycling by improving the administrative process for opening trails to bicycles. IMBA has been asking the agency to revise its policies since 1992, because the current "special regulations" process is needlessly cumbersome and treats bicycles like motorized vehicles.
November 21, 2008 - 9:07am
An upcoming National Park Service (NPS) rule change could greatly benefit mountain bicycling by improving the administrative process for opening trails to bicycles. IMBA has been asking the agency to revise its policies since 1992, because the current "special regulations" process is needlessly cumbersome and treats bicycles like motorized vehicles.
Things Slow At Hawaii's National Parks
November 21, 2008 - 8:55am
On our recent trip to Hawaii we had a feeling that things were less busy than usual. Now there are some numbers to back up our hunch: The national parks in the state saw a drop in attendance of more than 50,000 visitors during the month of October.
November 21, 2008 - 8:55am
On our recent trip to Hawaii we had a feeling that things were less busy than usual. Now there are some numbers to back up our hunch: The national parks in the state saw a drop in attendance of more than 50,000 visitors during the month of October.
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