Is Frederick Douglass National Historic Site open right now?
National Historic Site · DC
Open
Frederick Douglass National Historic Site is open.
Why this statusNo active closures or hazards reported.
Last checked Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:00:58 GMT
Frederick Douglass spent his life fighting for justice and equality.
- Type
- National Historic Site
- State
- DC
- Nearest town
- Washington
Government shutdown
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About Frederick Douglass National Historic Site
Frederick Douglass spent his life fighting for justice and equality. Born into slavery in 1818, he escaped as a young man and became a leading voice in the abolitionist movement. People everywhere still find inspiration today in his tireless struggle, brilliant words, and inclusive vision of humanity. Douglass's legacy is preserved here at Cedar Hill, where he lived his last 17 years.
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Visitor info
Address1411 W Street SE, Washington, DC 20020
Hours| Mon | Closed |
| Tue | 9:00AM - 4:30PM |
| Wed | 9:00AM - 4:30PM |
| Thu | 9:00AM - 4:30PM |
| Fri | 9:00AM - 4:30PM |
| Sat | 9:00AM - 4:30PM |
| Sun | Closed |
Frederick Douglass National Historic Site Getting thereThe site can be reached by car, public transportation, or on foot. See the directions page of the website for more detailed information. There is parking on site.
How we read this status
We derive Frederick Douglass National Historic Site's status from the National Park Service's own alerts and operating hours, refreshed hourly — this is our reading, not an official determination. As of the last check: No active closures or hazards reported. Full method: how we check park status.