Explore the Park Museum and Discovery Area

An In-Depth look at George Washington Carver’s Life and Times Located in the visitor center, the museum and discovery area are self-guided experiences. The museum is on the main level and offers visitors an extensive look at George Washington Carver’s life through wall-mounted exhibits and display cases with original artifacts. The discovery area is on the upper level and contains interactive exhibits including primary documents that explore of the life of George Washington Carver. Children enjoy the discovery area. The history classroom is designed to look like a simple classroom that might have been found in schools during George Washington Carver’s lifetime. The science classroom is designed to resemble Carver’s Laboratory at Tuskegee Institute. Each area features wall-mounted exhibits. The humanities focus area, located on the lower level, serves as the multipurpose room. Exhibits in this area explores Carver’s interest in art, music, his philosophies on reuse, conservation, and environmental responsibilities. Depending on your interest and time, you can spend 20 minutes to a few hours in these spaces.