RT Frederick Douglass National Historic Site

Historic estate, museum, and preserved residence showcasing the life, writings, and achievements of one of America's most influential abolitionists, orators, and advocates for civil rights and equality.

General Information

Hours:

Tuesday to Saturday: 9am to 5pm (April through September)
Tuesday to Saturday: 9am to 4:30pm (October through March)
Closed Sunday and Monday
Guided tour required to enter the historic house

Fees:

Site admission: Free
Historic house tour reservation: $1 per person

Pet Policy:

Pets are permitted on the grounds when leashed; pets are not allowed inside the visitor center or historic house

Closest cities with hotels:

Washington, DC

Seasons:

Open year-round; spring and fall provide the most comfortable weather for exploring the grounds and nearby historic attractions

Location:

https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=1411+W+Street+SE+Washington+DC+200201411 W Street SE, Washington, DC 20020

Website:

https://www.nps.gov/frdo/nps.gov/frdo

How to Get There

From Washington, DC: Travel southeast toward the Anacostia neighborhood via Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE or Interstate 295, then follow signs to Cedar Hill at 1411 W Street SE.

Overview

Frederick Douglass National Historic Site preserves Cedar Hill in Anacostia, the hilltop home Douglass bought in 1877 and lived in until his death in 1895. Born into slavery in Maryland in 1818, he escaped to become an abolitionist, author, newspaper publisher, diplomat, and champion of equal rights. Ranger-led tours visit the house with many original furnishings and books, and the grounds overlook the capital.

This article uses material from the Wikipedia articles and official tourism pages for the https://www.nps.gov/frdo/Frederick Douglass National Historic Site, which are released under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share-Alike License 3.0.