Explore the life of Booker T. Washington through this online exhibit. Topics include: Quest for Knowledge, Emancipation, Hampton Model, Wizard of Tuskegee, Backlash, Philosophy of Industrial Education, Atlanta Address, Response to the Atlanta Address, Clash of Titans, Washington's Protest, and Washington's Legacy. Source: National Park Service
The Plantation Trail
The Burrough’s Plantation is Booker T. Washington’s birthplace. Learn more about this national monument... Source: National Park Service
Jack-O-Lantern Branch Heritage Trail
This nature trail takes you on a journey through the plants, tree, and animals that the slaves used for food and medicine. If you are visiting the area, the actual trail is a 1-1/2 mile loop through the Burrough’s plantation. Source: National Park Service
Booker T. Washington Curriculum Education Programs
Projects for grades 1-7 and 11 are available from the National Park Service. They include: To Be A Slave, Lifting the Veil, War on the Homefront, Cast Down Your Bucket, and Clash of the Titans. All lessons are in PDF format. Source: National Park Service
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