Tour of Cedar Hill - Historic home of Frederick Douglass
When
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Where
1411 W Street SE
Washington DC 20020
Who can attend
Limited Capacity: 20 spots available
Price
Join us for a guided tour of the historic house where Frederick Douglass lived his last 17 years. There are also several acres of grounds around the house and a visitor center.
RSVP by clicking the button above, emailing Leslie, or calling the office.
Public Transportation: Anacostia on the Green line is the closest Metro station. From the station, Cedar Hill is a 3/4 mile walk, or a short ride on either the C15 or C31 bus.
Parking: There is a free parking lot near the visitor center at the bottom of the hill near the intersection of W and 15th Streets SE. Check in at the visitor center at the beginning of your visit.
Attendance: If you have signed up to attend and find you are no longer available, please email or call the office (202-935-6060) to let us know so we can offer your space to another person.
NNV Full Members: If you would like to request a ride, please mention that you need a ride when you register or call the office at (202) 935-6060 to request a ride at least three days in advance.
Accessibility: There are two buildings on the Cedar Hill site - the visitor center and the historic house.
- The visitor center is near the parking lot, is wheelchair accessible and has bathrooms.
- The historic house, where the main tour will take place, is a multi-level building on top of a large hill:
- The main access from the visitor center is via a steep, paved ramp and stairs.
- Access to the first floor of the historic house is accessible, although it has narrow doorways.
- The second floor can only be reached by stairs; there is no elevator inside the house. Staff can provide a photo tour of the second floor for any visitors unable to reach it.
Please consider your personal mobility and the rigor of the trip before signing up.