Visitor Center Statue and Exhibit
5-60 Minutes

Frederick Douglass NHS Visitor Center

Frederick Douglass National Historic Site

The Visitor Center at the Frederick Douglass National Historic Site is a single-level building at street level where you will find an information desk where a ranger or volunteer is stationed, exhibits, restrooms, and other information.

The Visitor Center at the Frederick Douglass National Historic Site is a single-level building at street level. Outside of the Visitor Center is a parking lot for vehicles as well as a ramp for those who are handicapped and steps that lead up the hill to the historic home. Inside of the Visitor Center you will find an information desk where a ranger or volunteer is stationed, exhibits, artifacts, a kiosk with information and activities, the site bookstore, restrooms, a water fountain, and an auditorium with seating where a 19-minute film "Fighter for Freedom: The Frederick Douglass Story" is shown.

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Duration

5-60 Minutes

Fees Apply

No

Seasons

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Time of Day

Day

Accessibility

Service animals are allowed A wheelchair is available for visitors to borrow while at the site and can be requested at the visitor center. Parking Lot: There are two designated accessible spaces near the visitor center entrance. The parking lot is paved. Visitor Center: The visitor center is a single-level building at street level. Doors at the entrance and restrooms can only be opened manually.

Pets

No — Service animals are allowed

Reservations

No

Age Info

All ages, but minors must be with an adult parent or guardian

Location

Frederick Douglass National Historic Site Visitor Center

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