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Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument

National Park Service
DesignationNational monument
StatePA
Managed byNational Park Service
Best seasonMay–Oct
On the map
Map showing the location of Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument

About Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument

More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, and partners to develop resources and share the story of the children, families, and communities impacted by Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School.

When to go

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Best May–OctAverage low–high: 57–75°FAverage monthly sunny share of daylight: 42%9.3 wet days / month
Weather data & source

Each figure averages the highlighted months. 2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Plan your visit

Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument is managed by National Park Service. Check current conditions, permits, and reservations before you go.

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