George Washington Carver National Monument invites the community to save the date for Saturday, July 11 as they celebrate the Annual Carver Day Celebration!
This year, they’re celebrating the 83rd anniversary of George Washington Carver National Monument, as well as the life and legacy of George Washington Carver. Guest speakers and musical groups will help honor George Washington Carver while attendees can expect a day dedicated to history, learning, and family-friendly fun, including:
- Exhibitors
- Musical performances
- Lectures and presentations by guest speakers
- Guided tours of the park
- Education activities for kids
- A chance to earn a Carver Day Junior Ranger badge
This event is free of charge and open to the public. A concession stand will be available, made possible by the Diamond Lions Club.
To learn more about this event, click here to visit its official Facebook event page.
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:
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Reference:
George Washington Carver National Monument
417.325.4151
gwca_interpretation@nps.gov
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