Booker T. Washington National Monument

12130 Booker T Washington Hwy, Hardy, VA 24101, USA

Address:	12130 Booker T Washington Hwy, Hardy, VA 24101, USA
Phone:	+1 540-721-2094
Site:	nps.gov
Rating:	4.6

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Reviews 22

Nelson Whipple

After recently reading "Up From Slavery", I was excited to learn of this monument and made time to visit it. I found the experience of walking around the plantation to be contemplative and relaxing, though stimulating at the same time. At the Visitor Center, the ranger gave a good historical overview of the plantation, but we also had a great conversation about the legacy of the oft-misunderstood Booker T. Washington. I wish I had more time there to sit on a bench and ruminate about the peacefulness of the environment, its disturbing past, and the impact on young Booker. Several structures remain on the plantation, although the slave quarters and main house are gone. Its a pleasant and easy walk around the grounds, focused on the experience rather than the details. Sites are labeled, but there is not a lot of text to read (though there is plenty of information at the Visitor Center). You will see pigs in the pig pen, ducks in the duck lot, a horse by the horse barn, etc. The Visitor Center and rangers helped to provide the context and answered questions. As a bonus, the gift shop had a nice selection of commemorative items. Overall, it was a great experience that enriched the intellectual understanding I had gained from books.

Ricky Crawford

If I could rate this place higher I would! This NP has a wonderful message, a great video to begin sharing the story, excellent often interactive displays and amazing well manicured grounds and an interpretative staff that is second to none. The grounds actually consist of live farm animals, active gardens and fields planted in crops of the day. All of this creates a real life setting that allows the visitor to step back in time and actually "feel" what it might have been like to be the slave Booker T Washington. Also, the very personable, very knowledgeable staff can answer any question one may have and best of all for me, share it with passion ...

India P.

This is a piece of well preserved history!! I see the other reviews, they must not be of African American descent because they spoke as if its simply a "nice walk, or scout expedition ". Well its much more!! This is the actual site of the plantation Booker T. Washington was born and raised on for a number of years. They have an annual Juneteenth celebration, that our church family plans to attend this week, and it will be our second visit, because we were so impressed the first visit!! Its worth your time if you are looking for history and culture! You can find a "park" anywhere!!

A Private User

Me and my eight year old had a wonderful time walking the entire place. The only thing bad I can say is they really should sale bottled water, but it was fun dipping our hands in the creek drinking. She earned her junior park ranger badge by answering questions, answers are all over park. Very nice mother, daughter day!

Pamela Chambers

This is somewhere everyone should visit. I admire this man so much. He moved from being born into slavery to advising a president and more. I am in awe of his accomplishments, perseverance, determination and success. A true hero that should be honored!!

Lori Bross

Very informative for all ages. Visitors Center shows movie and has an educational exhibit. Path to outdoor plantation buildings is not a long walk but slopes/hills might be a challenge for some.

Chad Mays

A local park full of history. If you havent been, I highly suggest going, if for nothing other than to learn of Virginias slave-holding past.

Fabrizio Pettoello

Bella ricostruzione di una piantagione di tabacco

Glenn Jordan

Very friendly and knowledgeable Park Service guy there. Check out the turkey !

Jean Senga

Very educational and inspirational. A must in education of our young minds.

Andrea Reynolds

Always love to visit the monument. Enjoyed the singing ingredients today.

Kelly Walter

Historically relevant, beautiful property. A must when youre in the area.