Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site (U. S. National Park Service) In 1881, Booker T Washington arrived in Alabama and started building Tuskegee Institute both in reputation and literally brick by brick He recruited the best and the brightest to come and teach here including George Washington Carver who arrived in 1896 Carver’s innovations in agriculture, especially with peanuts, expanded Tuskegee’s standing throughout the country The story continues…
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Learn About the Park - Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site . . . - NPS History Culture - Learn the rich history and development of Tuskegee Institute (now Tuskegee University); the contributions of two great men who shared the name, Washington--Drs Booker T Washington and George Washington Carver These giants and others made profound contributions to the fields of Education, Agriculture, Medicine, and Science
The Oaks, Home of Booker T. Washington - U. S. National Park Service The Oaks, home of Booker T Washington NPS Completed in 1899, The Oaks was the home of Booker T Washington, the first principal of Tuskegee Institute Washington lived in the home from 1900 until his passing in 1915 The home also served as the residence of his wife, Margaret Murray Washington, until 1925
Operating Hours Seasons - U. S. National Park Service George Washington Carver Museum Open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 a m – 4:30 p m Visitors can explore interactive exhibits that highlight the scientific achievements and legacy of George Washington Carver