Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site
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Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- 1 day
- Don't miss
- Places of Interest Related to Carter G. Woodson
- Nearby city
- Washington, DC
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About Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site
Before Dr. Carter G. Woodson, there was very little accurate written history about the lives and experiences of Americans of African descent. Today a National Historic Site, Dr. Woodson’s home served as the headquarters for the Association for the Study of African American Life and History. Dr. Woodson established Negro History Week here in 1926, which we celebrate today as Black History Month.
1 current NPS alert
- Park Closure: Temporarily closed — Grand Reopening will take place on November 7, 2026
Source: National Park Service (as of Oct 27, 2026). Official Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site page on nps.gov
Weather Information
- Spring
40°F – 70°F
- Summer
70°F – 90°F
- Fall
40°F – 70°F
- Winter
30°F – 50°F
There is occasional snow. Rain is common. Humidity is usually high. Be prepared and drink plenty of water. There is a water fountain in the visitor center. Humidity can remain high in the earlier part of the season.
Operating Hours
Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site is temporarily closed for construction.
- MondayClosed
- TuesdayClosed
- WednesdayClosed
- ThursdayClosed
- FridayClosed
- SaturdayClosed
- SundayClosed
Common questions
Planning Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Alerts and Permits for live updates.
TrailVerse lists 3 reservation types on the Permits tab, including Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site Tours and Woodson Home Group Tour. Recreation.gov listings can change seasonally — confirm current rules before you set dates.
