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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….
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Visitors can step into Booker T. Washington's home, The Oaks, and experience the legacy of leadership and Tuskegee's rich history.
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Last updated: August 19, 2025
