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"I will unite with anybody to do right and with no one to do wrong."

Walk the halls of Cedar Hill, home of the famed abolitionist Frederick Douglass.

Born into slavery, Douglass escaped to spend his life fighting for justice and equality for all people. His tireless struggle, brilliant words, and inclusive vision of humanity continue to inspire and sustain people today.   
 
Generations at Douglass' Birthday

Birthday Party!

The Frederick Douglass birthday celebration is set for Saturday, February 11 this year. With activities, history, and live Douglass speeches, it's a party for all generations.

Ambassador CdeBaca will deliver the keynote address. The United States Ambassador to Combat Trafficking in Persons will talk about the ongoing struggle to end slavery around the world. Abolition, from Douglass time to today, will be the theme for the whole day.

Come on out, listen to the music of the Washington Revels, have some fun, and celebrate Douglass's legacy.

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Homework Help

Have a Douglass project for school? Need some help? Here is your chance!

Thursday's (the 9, 16, and 23) in February chat live online with a ranger from 3:30-4:15.

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Front of Douglass Home

Tours

Here is what you need to know to take a tour of the Frederick Douglass NHS. Tours are the only way to see inside of the home.

Can't make it to Cedar Hill, but want to see inside anyways? Check out our Virtual Tour.
 
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We will keep chatting about Douglass, his ideas, his house, and what it is like to work there.

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Frederick Douglass NHS
1411 W Street SE
Washington, DC 20020

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(202) 426-5961

Climate

Weather in the DC area is hot and humid in the summer, but winters are usually mild.  Snow and ice can affect traffic in the area.  Please feel free to call the site at 202-426-5961 for current conditions.
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Did You Know?
Two of Frederick Douglass' sons fought in the 54th Massachusetts (made famous in the movie "Glory"). Both Charles and Frederick Douglass Jr. survived the Civil War, and lived to see their father hang a picture of the 54th storming Fort Wagner in his front hallway at his Cedar Hill home in Washington, DC.
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Last Updated: February 10, 2012 at 06:52 MST

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