The following is a list of the monument's special events for 2006 along with the weekend programs of the current month. For more specific information regarding a particular event, please contact a park representative at 417-325-4151.
Special Events 2006
			April 22 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.			Celebrate America’s National Parks Event April 22 Announcing a special celebration brought about by the Presidentially Proclaimed National Park Week at George Washington Carver National Monument on Saturday, April 22, 2006. Highlights of this event include a concert performance by the 399^th U.S. Army Band and first person theatrical performances by Carver Scholar, Paxton Williams. There will be many exhibits to view and activities to enjoy throughout the day. The event includes: v A “Healthier America: March for Parks Walk to take place at the park v 4^th through 8^th grade Science Fair exhibiting and judging v Nature and Environmental Exhibits including MISSOURI REPTILES v CARVER Science Discovery Center v Concession’s stand provided by the DIAMOND HIGH SCHOOL Drug-Free Barbecue Cooking Team
			July 15 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.			CARVER DAY CELEBRATION JULY 15, 2006 The annual Carver Day Celebration has gospel music from various churches around the area to entertain the crowd and the music is sure to be the highlight of the event as it is every year! There will also be exhibits including live fish and a variety of reptiles! A commemoration program will feature special speakers under the big tent! A portrayal of George Washington Carver will be performed by Carver scholar, Paxton Williams. Many children’s activities were offered including a simulated archaeological dig, cemetery headstone rubbings, planting peanuts, and sketching on easels.
						Calendar of Activities July & August 2006
			July 1 1 p.m.			Student Conservation Association If you are interested in a career that is all about conservation and stewardship you won’t want to miss this program. A graduate student with the Student Conservation Association will provide information and answer
		July 2 1 p.m.			Man of Great Faith George Washington Carver had a strong spiritual nature and credited his Great Creator for all that he accomplished. This program explores his unwavering faith and how he combined science and religion when seeking answers to life’s problems.
		July 8 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.			Old-Fashioned Toys & Games A variety of old-fashioned toys and games our ancestors enjoyed makes this program a great deal of fun! Families will enjoy playing the game of grace and competing in sack races!
		July 15 10 a.m. – 1p.m.
					. Carver Day Celebration Something for everybody at this special event! Visitors will hear gospel music from area choirs, be invited to participate in family activities and see some interesting exhibits! A special commemorative program will be held at 11 a.m. on the park lawn.
		July 22 11 a.m. -1 p.m.
					Agricultural School on Wheels The Jesup Wagon, also known as the Agricultural School on Wheels, carried Carver’s bulletins along with many other useful supplies to the Southern farmers. A park ranger will share the story of this amazing educational tool.
		July 29 1 p.m.			Dr. Carver & Chemurgy George Washington Carver is known as the Father of Chemurgy. Find out why during this program which explores the many industrial uses he developed from crops and farm waste.

August 4 10 a.m.	Wildflower Walk A variety of beautiful blooms, native to Missouri, are on display in the prairie and woods. A park ranger will lead a walk and assist visitors in identifying the flowers by their common names.
August 5 11 a.m.- 1 p.m.		19^th Century Laundry Visit the 1881 Moses Carver House today to learn the method of washing laundry the way George did in the late 1800s. Visitors will become acquainted with life in the 19^th century while learning more about George Washington Carver.
August 12 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.		Glimpse of the Past The chores must be done on the Carver Farm before there is time to play! This program at the 1881 Moses Carver House will invite children to wash laundry the old-fashioned way. Then when the work is done an old-fashioned game or two will entertain everyone!
August 19 1 p.m.
		. Expressions of the Soul George Washington Carver was a very talented artist using flowering plants and landscapes as his favorite subjects to draw or paint. This program takes a closer look at Carver the artist and how his artistry brought joy to his life.
August 25 1 p.m.
		. National Park Day Come celebrate the 90^th birthday of the National Park Service. The NPS was established on August 25, 1916. A park ranger will conduct a presentation on the textured history of the organization.
August 26 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.		Signatures of the Wild As a young child, George Washington Carver explored the many wonders of nature on the Carver Farm. Today, many animals enjoy a safe habitat at the park. A display of mammal skins and an examination of various animal tracks familiarize us with our natural surroundings.