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Frederick Douglass National Historic Site
Type: Historic Sites, Tours and Excursions
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When Frederick Douglass was born in 1818 on a plantation in Talbot County, Md., he was a slave. Over the course of his 77 years, he would escape slavery, become a leader in the abolitionist movement,... Read More
When Frederick Douglass was born in 1818 on a plantation in Talbot County, Md., he was a slave. Over the course of his 77 years, he would escape slavery, become a leader in the abolitionist movement, a respected author and beloved speaker. Today, visitors may visit the place he called home for the final 18 years of his life. Known as Cedar Hill, the mansion features 21 rooms with a library filled books on a number of different subjects. While you can't touch the books, go online to the site's website to read what titles the collection includes. METRO: Anacostia
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Hours:
- Summer (Apr - Oct): Daily 9am-5pm
- Winter (Oct - Apr): Daily 9am-4:30pm
Admissions:
- Reserved Tickets $1.50
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Gina Gallucci White
Washington Local Expert
- Historic Sites: "The site is only open during daylight hours so plan accordingly."
- Best for Historic Sites Because: A great site to learn more about one of the most prominent leaders of the abolitionist movement.
