• George Washington Carver National Monument

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    National ParksDiamond, MO Recreation

    About Us

    George Washington Carver National Monument is the birthplace & childhood home of George Washington Carver. Established in 1943, it's the first National Park dedicated to an African American.

    Events

    Planting Inspiration
    Planting Inspiration
    • ''Catch the vision'' with George W. Carver's students whom he cherished, taught, mentored, and inspired
    • Saturday May 3, 2025
    Birds on the Move
    Birds on the Move
    • Learn all about bird migration with breeding bird surveyor and expert Martin bailey. Binoculars provided
    • Saturday May 24, 2025
    Bison Pieces, Parts, and Poop
    Bison Pieces, Parts, and Poop
    • Explore the utility of the great bison with Dana Hoisington, Naturalist from Prairie State Park
    • Saturday May 31, 2025
    Prairie Walkabout and Plant ID
    Prairie Walkabout and Plant ID
    • Witness the beauty of blooming wildflowers and fresh prairie grasses on a walk with Dennis Evans of the Missouri Prairie Foundation
    • Saturday Jun 14, 2025
    Juneteenth Celebration
    Juneteenth Celebration
    • Join park staff for a special program on the history and significance of Juneteenth, a holiday celebrating the end of slavery in the U.S.
    • Saturday Jun 21, 2025

    Rep/Contact Info

    Diane Eilenstein
    Supervisory Park Ranger
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