Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site

Usual hours

• Mon–Sat 9:00–16:30
• Sun closed

From 56 published days, 2026-10-19 to 2026-12-13; community-mapped.

About

Entrance / day-use fee applies.

This park's official page lists: Store / concessions.

This park's official page lists: Visitor center.

Rides and attractions

• Beginning of the George Washington Carver Nutrition Trail
• Lincoln Gates
• Tuskegee University Sign

At the park

• Booker T. Washington Monument exhibit
• Exhibits exhibit
• George Washington Carver Museum exhibit
• Grey Columns exhibit
• Legacy Museum exhibit
• North Main Street Historic District exhibit
• The Oaks - Home of Booker T. Washington exhibit
• Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site exhibit
• Tuskegee Institute Power Plant exhibit
• Wildlife & bird watching scenic feature

Shows and experiences

• Beginning of the George Washington Carver Nutrition Trail
• Lincoln Gates
• Tuskegee University Sign
• Historic sites & museum

Before you go

Limits

Yes, service dogs are legally permitted anywhere in a park that visitors can go

Park alert: Visitor Pass Needed to Visit George Washington Carver Museum

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. This policy is part of the university's safety and security procedures. Visitor passes are issued by Tuskegee University Public Safety. Stop by the Campus Public Safety building upon arrival to receive your pass at 1103 West Montgomery Road, Tuskegee, AL 36088.

Park alert: Accessible Parking Available

Accessible parking is available at the George Washington Carver Museum and The Oaks. For George Washington Carver Museum, after receiving your visitor pass, enter Tuskegee University through Lincoln Gates on Booker T. Washington Boulevard. Pass Margaret Murray Washington Hall and the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center, then turn right to the parking garage. Accessible parking for The Oaks is at 1200 West Montgomery Road. For assistance, call Sheryl Buchanan at (334) 421-3246

⚠ Park closure: The Oaks is Temporarily Closed Due to Preservation Work

The Oaks, the historic home of Booker T. Washington is closed to visitors due to an ongoing preservation and rehabilitation project. The project will be completed in phases, with Phase 1 focused on restoration and preservation, including exterior improvements to the historic home. Phase 1 is expected to be completed in December 2026.

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..

Weather & when to go

The weather in Tuskegee is generally sunny with an average of 218 sunny days annually. Tuskegee gets an average of 52 inches of rain per year. The high in July averages 92 degrees, and the average low in January is 34 degrees.

History

Heritage status

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places

Heritage status

Listed heritage / protected status