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George Washington Carver National MonumentPark Ranger with a group of kids
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George Washington Carver National Monument
For Kids
 

George Washington Carver National Monument is a fun place to visit!  Plan to spend a couple of hours or a whole day discovering nature, trying out experiments and learning about George Washington Carver.

 
Junior Rangers

Junior Rangers spend a beautiful morning bird watching.

Be a Junior Ranger! Earn a badge by learning about Geroge's boyhood home. Students can complete the Junior Ranger Program on a single visit or by making reservations in advance to participate in Junior Ranger Day. A summer Junior Ranger Program is also available for students ages 10 - 12.

 
Kids washing laundry with scrub board

These students are washing laundry the way George did so long ago.......with a scrub board and lye soap!

Many activities at George Washington Carver National Monument are from the everyday life of the 19th century - like washing and drying laundry the old-fashioned way. These hands-on programs help us to imagine young George's life on the Carver Farm.
Sign at the entrance to the park  

Did You Know?
The rural setting of the monument offers scenic views of prairies, woodlands, and rolling hills. A variety of oak, maple, and locust trees span the front lawn.

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Last Updated: August 17, 2006 at 16:30 EST