Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site Tours
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Managed by the National Park Service
Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site (National Historic Site) · Restricted Access
- 82 ft
- Elevation
Overview:
The site preserves the final home of Dr. Carter G. Woodson, who lived here from 1922 until his death in 1950. A scholar who dedicated his life to the field of African-American history, Dr. Woodson used the home as the headquarters for the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History (later renamed the Association for the Study of African American Life and History) and he established Negro History Week here in 1926 (now celebrated as Black History Month). Through his Associated Publishers, Inc., company, he also published the Association's journal and books on African-American history from the home.During much of Dr. Woodson's life, there was very little information and a lack of knowledge concerning African-American life and history. Through his extensive studies, Dr. Woodson almost single-handedly established African-American historiography. Dr. Woodson's research continues to educate and inspire people everywhere by recounting the contributions of African Americans to this great nation, which in turn has impacted the world. Today, the Association for the Study of African American Life and History continues Woodson's tradition of disseminating information about black life, history, and culture to the global community.
2018 Tour DatesJanuary 2018: Tours available only on Thursdays and Saturdays.
February 2018: Tours available on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
March 2018: Tours available only on Thursdays and Saturdays.
April 2018: Tours available only on Thursdays and Saturdays.
May 2018: Tours available only on Thursdays and Saturdays.
Summary of Fees - Carter G. Woodson National Historic Site Tour Reservations
Getting there
The site does not have a dedicated parking area. Street parking at metered spaces is first-come, first-served. Public transit is strongly advised.
From Metrorail, take the Green or Yellow Line to Shaw/Howard University Station. The site is 0.2 miles, about a 5 minute walk.
38.91081, -77.02423 · 38°54'38.9"N 77°1'27.2"W
Typical weather
Typically 90°F in Jul, down to 45°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 45 | 48 | 56 | 68 | 77 | 85 | 90 | 88 | 82 | 70 | 58 | 49 |
| Low °F | 28 | 30 | 37 | 46 | 57 | 66 | 71 | 69 | 62 | 49 | 39 | 32 |
| Precip in | 3.0 | 2.8 | 4.0 | 3.4 | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 3.7 | 4.1 | 4.2 | 3.2 | 3.7 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 2.9 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site Tours
- Can you reserve a site at Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site Tours?
- Yes, Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site Tours is reservable through Recreation.gov.
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Contact
- Phone 202-426-5961
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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