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A museum in Austin, Texas, that celebrates the global contributions of Black people through exhibitions, events, and collections. Learn about the history, culture, and art of African Americans and Indigenous peoples at the Carver Museum.
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Why are we named after George Washington Carver? We honor George Washington Carver through our museum name. Although we are not a museum dedicated to the life and accomplishments of George Washington Carver, we pay tribute to who he was, and honor his contributions to Black culture and history, just as our community did when he became our namesake....
The George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center is housed in a 36,000 square-foot facility that includes four exhibit galleries, a conference room, classroom, darkroom, dance studio, 134-seat theatre, and archival space. The exhibit galleries feature a core exhibit: The African American Presence in 19th Century Texas, a permanent exhibition...
Through the preservation and exhibition of African American material culture, history, and aesthetic expression, the Carver Museum works to create a space where the global contributions of all Black people are celebrated.We accomplish this by telling stories about our local community and connecting those histories to larger narratives about Blackne...
Our history begins in the 1,896 square-foot building that housed Austin’s first library, at the corner of Ninth and Guadalupe Streets. Built in 1926, this small, wood-framed structure was soon overwhelmed by the demands of its patrons. During this time, the citizens of East Austin, along with the American Association of University Women, began to p...
The Carver is a safe space for all that is free and open to the public. We push to preserve, exhibit, display, and support Black history, culture, and art every day. The dream for the George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural and Genealogy Center is to ensure that the space continues serving as the heart of Austin’s Black creative community and bey...
Learn about the history, mission, and vision of the museum named after the scientist and inventor George Washington Carver. Explore the exhibits, programs, and genealogy center that celebrate Black culture and heritage in Austin and beyond.
Hours of Operation: WEDNESDAy- SATURDAY 10:30 am - 4 pm - open to the Public. Tuesday: By appointment. Closed Monday & Sundays. Email The Carver to schedule an appointment for private group visits. Book Your Trip. Start Now.
- 305 North Foster Street Dothan, AL, 36303 United States
- mail@gwcarvermuseum.com
- (334) 712-0933
May 5, 2024 · Not Just The Peanut Man. 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.
THE CARVER MUSEUM. 305 North Foster Street | Dothan, Alabama | 36303. 334.712.0933 | connect@gwcarvermuseum.com. Hours of Operation: WEDNESDAy- SATURDAY 10:30 am - 4 pm - open to the Public. Tuesday: By appointment. Closed Monday & Sundays. Email The Carver to schedule an appointment for private group visits. Book Your Trip. Start Now.
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The George Washington Carver Museum is a museum located in Tuskegee, Alabama, United States. It is a part of the Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site . The museum, located on the campus of Tuskegee University , is managed by the US National Park Service , with self-guided tours.
The George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center is a museum and cultural center in east Austin, Texas, housed in the former George Washington Carver branch of the Austin Public Library. Named in honor of George Washington Carver, the facility has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 2005.
