George Washington Carver National Monument • Missouri

Bronze status of young George Washington Carver atop a large boulder, on the Carver trail.

An entrance sign to George Washington Carver National Monument with wildflower and plants.

Sunflowers in a prairie at George Washington Carver NM.

Park's science classroom with lab tables and wall exhibits on George Washington Carver.

A cast concrete bust of George Washington Carver and prairie in the background.

The young child known as the "Plant Doctor" tended his secret garden while observing the day-to-day operations of a 19th century farm. Nature and nurture ultimately influenced George on his quest for education to becoming a renowned agricultural scientist, educator, and humanitarian.

"Boy Carver Statue," sculpted by Robert Amendola in 1960.
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Entrance sign to George Washington Carver NM will wildflower and plants.
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Prairie at George Washington Carver NM with sunflowers.
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George Washington Carver NM science classroom modeled after one of the George Washington Carver's lab at Tuskegee Institute.
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A cast concrete bust for George Washington Carver by Audrey Corwin, 1952.
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A cast concrete bust of George Washington Carver, depicted as an older man wearing a suit and tie.

Cast concrete bust of George Washington Carver by Audrey Corwin in 1952.

Park entrance sign to the with a National Park Service arrowhead & flowers.

Watch the park orientation film.

A man playing a guitar at a park special event.

Come join us in 2026 for our outstanding Special Events.

Picture of people riding in the wagon through a prairie.

You are encouraged to visit the park and experience the many excellent programs and activities that are available.

Image of George Washington Carver science classroom with brown lab tables and brown & black floor.

We invite you to participate in one of our curriculum based education programs or one of our other educational opportunities.

B&W photo of teacher standing in front of classroom of students with writing on blackboard

Learn about how the National Park Service honors African American heritage.

Gold junior ranger badges

Earn a junior ranger badge by learning about George Washington Carver.

Purple cone wildflowers.

Try something new with the National Park Service.

Two men playing musical instruments and telling stories.

Storytelling Day is Saturday, August 22, 2026 (11 am to 1 pm)

Last updated: July 19, 2026

Contact Info

Mailing Address:

5646 Carver Road
Diamond, MO 64840

Phone:

417.325.4151

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