Temporary Closure of the Frederick Douglass National Historic Site Parking Lot

Arial view of the parking lot closure and ADA parking entrance at Frederick Douglass National Historic Site

NPS

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

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March 14, 2025: The National Park Service is imposing a temporary closure of the parking lot at Frederick Douglass National Historic Site. This area will be closed to the public beginning at 12:00 a.m. and continuing until 11:59 p.m. on March 18, 2025.

Violation is prohibited. A map illustrating the closed park areas is attached.

This temporary closure is necessary to provide for visitor safety while the parking lot is repaved.

This project will restore and preserve park resources and improve the visitor experience.

ADA parking is available onsite and there is nearby street parking.

Persons using these park areas should remove themselves and any property from the closed areas by 11:59 p.m. on March 17, 2025.

The National Park Service appreciates the public’s cooperation in this matter.

Tara D. Morrison
Superintendent