Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site
Overview
Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site is managed by National Park Service and is located near Tuskegee Institute, Alabama. In 1881, Booker T. Washington arrived in Alabama and started building Tuskegee Institute both in reputation and literally brick by brick. He recruited the best and the brightest to come and teach here including George Washington Carver who arrived in 1896. Carver’s innovations in agriculture, especially with peanuts, expanded Tuskegee’s standing throughout the country. The story continues….
Things to Do at Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site
Plan Your Visit
Getting There
From Atlanta - Follow I-85S towards Montgomery, AL Take Exit 32 and turn left on the overpass onto Pleasant Springs Dr. Travel approximately 2 miles and turn left on Franklin Rd. (Co. Rd. 30). Follow Franklin Rd. for 3 miles to the traffic light. Park headquarters on the left corner..
GPS Coordinates: 32.42962100000000, -85.70488500000000
Contact & Resources
Phone: (334) 727-3200
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