Things To Do

Visitors enjoying an interactive exhibit in the Carver Discovery area.  

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Things To Do!

There are many things to do and see at George Washington Carver National Monument:

• Watch the park film, Struggle and Triumph: The Legacy of George Washington Carver (28 minutes)
• Tour three floors of museum exhibits on the life and legacy of George Washington Carver
• Kids can explore interactive exhibits in the Discovery Area
• Participate in Junior Ranger programs
• Hike the one-mile Carver walking trail
• Guided tours of the Carver trail take place daily at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
• Explore the museum store
• Annual Special Events
• Check the web calendar for upcoming programs

If you are planning a trip to Missouri, visit the official Missouri Tourism website for additional things to do around the state.

 

Past Carver Day special guest speaker, Marilyn Nelson.

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2025 Schedule of Park Special Events

Art in the Park and National Junior Ranger Day – April 26 (10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.)

George Washington Carver had a passion for art. This event features plein art artists, kid-friendly activities and instructional workshops with pastels, natural dyes, pencil, and more. Earn a special Art in the Park Junior Ranger badge. No matter your age, you are invited to explore, learn, and protect on National Junior Ranger Day. Earn a special Art in the Park Junior Ranger badge! Become a park explorer, sound explorer, night sky explorer, or a George Washington Carver explorer.

Carver Day Celebration – July 12 (10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.)

Join us for a special day celebrating the establishment of George Washington Carver National Monument 82 years ago! Carver Day features programs interpreting the life and legacy of George Washington Carver, guest speakers, musical groups, and exhibitors. Earn a special Carver Day Junior Ranger badge! A concession stand will be available.

Storytelling Day – August 23 (11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.)

Celebrate the establishment of the National Park Service through storytelling. Storyteller will share compelling narratives of United States culture and history. Bring a sack lunch and stay all day.

Prairie Day – September 13 (10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.)

Explore life on the Missouri prairie when George Washington Carver was a child. This event features basket weaving, candle-making, spinning, storytelling, musical groups, quilting, archaeology, Civil War history, interactive exhibits about natural resources, and more. Earn a special Prairie Day Junior Ranger badge! A concession stand will be available.

Holiday Open House – December 13 (1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.)

Let’s enjoy the holidays together! Join park staff and volunteers for an afternoon filled with seasonal music, arts & crafts, and festive refreshments.

Programs and events are free of charge and supported by the Carver Birthplace Association.