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George Washington Carver National Monument

National Park Service
DesignationNational monument
StateMO
Managed byNational Park Service
Best seasonMay–Oct
On the map
Map showing the location of George Washington Carver National Monument

About George Washington Carver National Monument

The young child known as the "Plant Doctor" tended his secret garden while observing the day-to-day operations of a 19th century farm. Nature and nurture ultimately influenced George on his quest for education to becoming a renowned agricultural scientist, educator, and humanitarian.

Things to do

Historic & cultural sitePicnicking

When to go

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Best May–OctAverage low–high: 60–80°FAverage monthly sunny share of daylight: 53%9.0 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

George Washington Carver National Monument is managed by National Park Service. Check current conditions, permits, and reservations before you go.

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