NPS The George Washington Carver Museum was established with significant support from industrialist Henry Ford, who admired Carver’s contributions to science and education. Carver envisioned the museum as a space to preserve and interpret the work of his lifetime, particularly for the benefit of younger generations. The original museum was housed in a renovated building and featured a wide range of Carver’s collections, including geological and mycological specimens, artistic works, regional bird mounts, and preserved agricultural displays used in educational demonstrations. Carver’s Role at Tuskegee George Washington Carver served as the first Director of the Agricultural Department at Tuskegee Institute. In this role, he developed agricultural extension services aimed at improving the lives of African American farmers and homemakers in the rural South. His experimental work was primarily conducted in Milbank Hall. Later, his final laboratory was located within the Carver Museum, where elements of his research remain on display. Transition to the National Park Service In 1977, Tuskegee Institute donated the home of Booker T. Washington and the George Washington Carver Museum to the National Park Service. The museum's collection, which includes Carver’s scientific and personal artifacts, was formally transferred to federal stewardship in 1979. These structures form the core of Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site. Location and Visitor Access The George Washington Carver Museum is one of two primary structures managed by the National Park Service at Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site. In addition to serving as a museum, it also functions as the park’s visitor center. The building is located on Campus Road near the intersection with Booker T. Washington Boulevard, at the entrance to Tuskegee University. Visitor parking is available in the adjacent Kellogg Center parking deck for a free, or in the designated lot next to The Oaks at 1200 West Montgomery Street. The distance between The Oaks and the Carver Museum is approximately 0.3 miles. General Information 1200 W. Montgomery Rd. Tuskegee Institute, AL 36088
From Montgomery, take I-85 North to the exit Tuskegee/Franklin (Exit 32) turn right off the exit onto Pleasant Springs Drive ( County Rd. 50 and 30) Go approximately 2 miles, then turn ledt onto Franklin Road ( County Road 30). Go approximately 2 miles, then turn Left onto Franklin Road (County Road 30). Go approximately 3 miles to the end of Franklin Rd. Take a LEFT at the traffic light onto West Montgomery Rd.,and approximately 0.3 mile at the second traffic light turn left through the Lincoln Gates into Tuskegee campus. From Atlanta, take I-85 south to the exit Tuskegee/ Notasulga exit (Exit 38) Turn left onto Tuskegee Airmen Blvd (Hwy. 81). Stay on this highway for approximately 2 miles through several 90-degree turns and you will end up on North Main Street. You will see Burger King on your left. Turn Right at the first traffic light onto West Montgomery Rd. Go straight through the next traffic light on West Montgomery Road. Drive one mile; at the third traffic light turn right through the Lincoln Gates into Tuskegee campus. All visitors to Tuskegee University, including those visiting the George Washington Carver Museum located on campus, are required to obtain a visitor pass before entering campus. This is part of the university's safety and security procedures.
How to Obtain a Visitor Pass To receive a visitor pass, all guests must check in with the Tuskegee University Police Department upon arrival. Temporary Location:Due to ongoing repairs, the Public Safety Building is currently closed. The TU Police Department has temporarily relocated to trailers located in the parking lot adjacent to the Public Safety Building at. How to Access the Temporary Visitor
*Visitors without a pass may be denied access to campus facilities. After Receiving Your Visitor Pass
Proceed to the main entrance of Tuskegee University, Lincoln Gates on Booker T. Washington Boulevard, proceed past Margaret Murray Washington Hall will be the first building on your right. Proceed until you pass the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center on the right, and immediately after, turn right to the parking garage. Proceed up to the top level for parking, and take path to the front of the George Washington Museum. Monday: 9:00 AM- 4:30 PM CDT
Tuesday: 9:00 AM- 4:30 PM CDT Wednesday: 9:00 AM- 4:30 PM CDT Thursday: 9:00 AM- 4:30 PM CDT Friday: 9:00 AM- 4:30 PM CDT Saturday: 9:00 AM- 4:30 PM CDT * The George Washington Carver Museum is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. The passport stamps are located at the main entrance of the George Washington Carver Museum.
The park store, operated by Eastern National, is located at the Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site. While Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site does not have a park store on-site, items related to Tuskegee Institute NHS can be purchased at the Tuskegee Airmen NHS. The address is 1616 Chappie James Avenue.
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Last updated: June 12, 2025