George Washington Carver National Monument to Host Prairie Day on September 14

September 12, 2024 Erin Slifka Education, Entertainment, Events, Nonprofit 0

Carver Sign — Image Credit: George Washington Carver National Monument

(Diamond, MO) – Prairie Day is coming on Saturday, September 14 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at George Washington Carver National Monument in Diamond, Missouri! There’s something for everyone during this popular event, and Prairie Day is free of charge!

Music, exhibits, and demonstrations of historic skills make Prairie Day fun and educational. Learn about the life of George Washington Carver who was born enslaved on the Carver farm, and where he spent his first decade of life. Visit with knowledgeable staff and volunteers from local organizations. Dip a candle, make cornmeal, and enjoy many skilled artisans and musicians at the 1881 Carver House. Sample fresh apple cider, practice basket weaving, stop by the music tent, or earn a Junior Ranger badge.

Held in conjunction with Gem City Days in Diamond, Prairie Day commemorates George Washington Carver’s childhood environment through storytelling, music, interactive exhibits, and historic skills demonstrations. Volunteers In Parks make this event possible.

About George Washington Carver National Monument:

Administered by the National Park Service, an agency of the Department of the Interior, George Washington Carver National Monument preserves the birthplace and childhood home of George Washington Carver – scientist, educator, and humanitarian. The park is located two miles west of Diamond, Missouri on Highway V, then ¼ mile south on Carver Road. For more information, please call the park at 417.325.4151 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 pm, visit the park website at www.nps.gov/gwca, or visit the park Facebook page.

About the National Park Service:

About the National Park Service. More than 20,000 National Park Service employees care for the 424 parks in the National Park System and work with communities across the nation to help preserve local history and create close-to-home recreational opportunities. Visit us at nps.gov on Facebook , Twitter , and YouTube .

Reference:

Diane Eilenstein
George Washington Carver National Monument
417.325.4151
diane_eilenstein@nps.gov