Small white house with 2 tiny little porches that was the boyhood home of George Washington Carver.

Where are all my history lovers? If you haven’t had a chance to visit the George Washington Carver National Monument, you should make time because this place is well worth it. Our spontaneous stop to stretch our legs turned out to be both educational and relaxing.

Carver Trail

We began by walking the 3/4 mile Carver Trail. Along the way we were blessed with the serenity of nature and a trip back in time. It is an easy trail by all means, and you certainly shouldn’t let mobility issues stop you! In fact, benches are conveniently placed along the trail should you need to rest or just want to enjoy sitting in nature for a while. Sounds nice, doesn’t it?

The wooden walkways make crossing streams and uneven ground a breeze! The railings intended for your safety combine with nature to make a nice backdrop for photos! Learn more about the conditions and accessibility of Carver Trail here.

A wooden walkway with railings on the path to George Washington Carver's childhood home which you can see in the distance.

George Washington Carver’s Childhood Home

George Washington Carver’s childhood home sits in a most tranquil location amongst trees, streams, and prairie. Certainly befitting of a man whose love for nature and desire to learn led to indispensable advancements in agriculture. We have all, in one way or another, benefited from this great man’s work! Want to learn more? Here’s some in depth information on George Washington Carver from the Missouri Department of Agriculture.

George Washington Carver's childhood home.

The steps in front of me grant access to George Washington Carver’s childhood home.

Amy sitting on a porch bench near the steps of George Washington Carver's historic childhood home.

Inside you’ll be blessed with a scene from the late 1800’s. A fireplace as a heat source, old hard wood floors, that CEILING OMG, and a rocking chair in the corner! Ever wonder what it was like to live back then?

The living room of George Washington Carver's childhood home showing off it's hard wood floors, beautiful ceiling, and brick fireplace.

You’ll certainly want to pay attention to the presentations on the wall. Some very interesting history there! My favorite was the old land grant. The land descriptions back then were so simple when compared to land descriptions today.

Moses Carver's land grant.

Additionally, the farmer in me found the summary of their livestock and produce fascinating!

Moses Carver's livestock and produce summary.

Moses Carver Family Cemetery

Do you like cemeteries? I sure do! I spent way too much time here, and I applaud my husband’s patience. Only about half the graves have markers with details inscribed on them. Among those resting here are Moses and Susan Carver.

In the summer of 2022, restoration of the rock wall surrounding the cemetery began. Can you imagine moving and resetting all those rocks? You can read more about the restoration of the wall surrounding Moses Carver Family Cemetery here.

Moses Carver Family Cemetery.

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George Washington Carver Visitor Center

The visitor center is spectacular and a treasure trove of knowledge. You can watch a movie about George Washington Carver’s life and enjoy exhibits spanning 3 stories! Amazing, right? You can find more information on the visitor center here.

The park offers many free events throughout the year! You can find more information on the park’s free events here.

Admission to George Washington Carver National Monument is FREE! Why not keep it thrifty and pack a picnic lunch? You can enjoy it on one of the picnic tables provided by the park.

George Washington Carver Monument Location

Need lodging?

Hotel options in the immediate vicinity are nonexistent. However, there are a couple close vacation rentals available on VRBO.

If vacation rentals simply aren’t for you and you must have a hotel, booking.com can find you the “closest” hotel options at the best prices.

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Need transportation?

Booking a rental car for your trip? DiscoverCars.com has you covered! Let them compare prices and find you the best option.

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Worthy of notable mention

Grand Falls is only 20 minutes from the George Washington Carver National Monument. It is certainly worth the extra time if you like waterfalls. It is breathtaking, relaxing, and loaded with recreational opportunities. Admission is free! More on the Grand Falls here. Need directions?

Roaring River State Park is only 1 hour 2 minutes from George Washington Carver National Monument. Make the time! I promise you won’t regret it. This is a very popular, very beautiful state park that boasts a ton of recreational opportunities. More on Roaring River State Park here! Need directions? Click on the interactive map below and use the minus sign to zoom out.