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Trip To Frederick Douglass National Historic Site And Smithsonian Anacostia Museum -- CANCELLED

Join us for a 30-minute guided tour of Cedar Hill, the home where Frederick Douglass lived from 1877 until his death in 1895; see exhibits in the Visitor Center; watch a 20-minute film, “Fighter for Freedom,”; and explore the grounds.

 

Assistive devices are available for those with low vision and/or hearing loss.  The second floor of the house is accessible by stairs only. Staff can provide a photo tour of the second floor for any visitors unable to reach it.

Active walking to be expected.

Lunch will be at a nearby Busboys and Poets. Please bring some money to cover any charges. There is also a $1.00 fee for the house tour at the Frederick Douglass site. 

We will also visit the Smithsonian's Anacostia Community Museum.

If this event fills up and you would like to be on the waiting list please contact Janet Walker at walk.janet@gmail.com or 240-425-2323.

Since this event is for members only, in order to see the "REGISTER" button, you will need to log in to our website. If you are having trouble logging into your member account, please contact Robin Walker:  robin@villageoftakomapark.com.  She will provide your username if you've forgotten it.

When:
Friday, November 22, 2019, 9:00 AM until 3:00 PM
Where:
Frederick Douglass National Historic Site
https://www.nps.gov/frdo
1411 W Street SE
Washington, DC   20020
Additional Info:
Event Contact(s):
Janet WALKER
2404252323 (c)
Category:
Cultural
Registration is not Required
Payment In Full At Event Only
Capacity:
14
Available Slots:
14
Attendees pay for their own charges