Nature and nurture ultimately influenced George on his quest for education to becoming a renowned agricultural scientist, educator, and humanitarian.
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George Washington Carver National Monument
The young child known as the "Plant Doctor" tended his secret garden while observing the day-to-day operations of a 19th century farm.
- LocationDiamond, MO
- Entrance No fee listed
- HoursDaily, 9:00AM - 5:00PM
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Weather now87°F Sunny
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Overview
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Things to Do
13 experiences from the National Park Service. Check details on NPS.gov before you go.
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A Contemplative Experience
Take in George Washington Carver’s words of wisdom while stopping to read the quote stones along the short, quarter mile Contemplative Loop Trail. Discover a sense of peace as GW Carver guides you…
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Capture a Moment
Bring your camera or cell phone into the woods, along the streams, or through the prairie to photograph a moment in nature. Pause and observe while you enjoy beautiful feelings of solitude while…
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Embrace your creativity at the Park
Find a special place in nature and pull out your pen and pencil. Connect with George Washington Carver in a new way through nature journaling, sketching or poetry writing. Use your senses to inspire…
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Explore the Park Museum and Discovery Area
Located in the visitor center, the museum and discovery area offer visitors three floors of exhibits on George Washington Carver's life and times at a self-guided pace.
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Explore with Young Carver
Take a self-guided tour and search for wildlife in the woodlands that inspired by the adventurous young Carver. Maybe you will catch sight of a blue heron in the pond, hear songbirds in the prairies…
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From Woodlands to Prairies
Take your furry friend for a walk along the one-mile picturesque Carver Trail through woodlands, across streams, and along tallgrass prairie. Stroll along the boardwalk past the bronze on young…
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Pack a Picnic
All picnic tables are accessible and located along concrete routes. Some of these picnic tables are shaded. There are accessible parking spots near the picnic area.
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Report for Duty at the Park
Become a Junior Ranger by completing activities about George Washington Carver’s life and impact on our nation with the “The Plant Doctor” or “The Scientist” or “Carver Scholar” booklet. To begin…
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Facilities & Services
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George Washington Carver National Monument
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The visitor center is a multilevel facility that houses a museum, theater, park store, interactive exhibits areas, classrooms, additional restrooms, library, museum…
Diamond, MO (417) 325-4151 Directions
Details
The visitor center is a multilevel facility that houses a museum, theater, park store, interactive exhibits areas, classrooms, additional restrooms, library, museum collection facility, offices space, and a large multipurpose area that also serves as a tornado shelter. It is open daily, 9am to 5pm, except Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1.
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Daily, 9:00AM - 5:00PM · George Washington Carver National Monument
Hours details
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George Washington Carver National MonumentDaily, 9:00AM - 5:00PM
George Washington Carver National Monument is open 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily, except Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1. There is no park entrance fee.
Monday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Tuesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Wednesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Thursday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Saturday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Sunday 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Entrance fees
No entrance fees listed.
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Weather & conditions
87°F
Sunny · feels like 79°
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Today
90° 70°
Sunny1% rain
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Tomorrow
91° 73°
Sunny7% rain
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Wednesday
81° 69°
Light rain shower86% rain
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What to expect by season
George Washington Carver National Monument is located in southwestern Missouri just outside of Diamond and about 10 miles from Joplin. Summer temperatures generally range from 75-100 degrees with high humidity. Winter temperatures generally range from 0-50 degrees with periods of intermittent freezing.
Upcoming Events
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The Jesup Wagon
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Learn all about the Jesup wagon, George Washington Carver’s agricultural school on wheels, with this ranger talk.
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Cemetery Secrets
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Explore the Moses Carver Family Cemetery this Halloween season with a park ranger. This 19-century cemetery has a storied history dating back to the pioneer days of 1830s Missouri.
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Planting Inspiration
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“Catch the vision” with George Washington Carver’s friends, students, and colleagues, whom he cherished, mentored, and inspired. This ranger-led program explores Carver’s impact on others and his lasting legacy.
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Film: "The Tuskegee Airmen"
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) During World War II, Tuskegee Institute trained a select group of African American men to become the nation’s first Black military pilots. This Public Broadcasting Service documentary explores the trailblazing Tuskegee Airmen. (60 mins)
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Separate & Unequal
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Learn about the barriers George Washington Carver and other African Americans faced when striving for an education with this ranger-led program.
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Peanut Provisions
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Join us for a hands-on lab and make one of George Washington Carver’s 325 peanut products: peanut milk.
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Inspiring Success: Mariah Watkins
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Mariah Watkins helped shape a young George Washington Carver by strengthening his self-esteem, nurturing his faith, and encouraging his education. Learn all about Mariah Watkins with this ranger talk.
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Holiday Open House
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Let’s enjoy the holidays together! Join park staff and volunteers for an afternoon filled with seasonal music,arts and crafts, and festive refreshments.
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Film: "Christmas in Yellowstone" (52 minutes)
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This Public Broadcasting Service documentary visits America’s first national park in the depths of winter. Journey to the vast landscape of Yellowstone National Park and witness the duality of nature, its serenity and its inhospitability.
Photos
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Prairie at George Washington Carver NM with sunflowers. — NPS Photo -
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Getting There
Diamond, MO 64840
From Interstate 44, drive south on either: Interstate 49: Exit at Diamond (exit 35), then drive five miles east on highway V, and drive ¾ mile south on Carver Road to the park entrance. Highway 59: In Diamond, turn west on highway V and drive for 2 miles, and drive ¾ mile south on Carver Road to the park entrance.
Mailing address: 5646 Carver Road, Diamond, MO 64840
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