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Frederick Douglass National Historic Site

Frederick Douglass National Historic Site Review

Cedar Hill, the Anacostia home of abolitionist Frederick Douglass, was the first Black National Historic Site that Congress designated. Douglass, a former slave who delivered rousing abolitionist speeches at home and abroad, resided here from 1877 until his death in 1895. The house has a wonderful view of Washington across the Anacostia River and contains many of Douglass's personal belongings. The home has been meticulously restored to its original grandeur; you can view Douglass's hundreds of books displayed on his custom-built bookshelves, and Limoges china on the Douglass family dining table. A short film on Douglass's life is shown at a nearby visitor center. Entry to the home requires participation in a ranger-led tour. Reservations are available by phone or online. To get here, take the B2 bus from the Anacostia Metro stop.

    Contact Information

  • Address: 1411 W St. SE, Anacostia, Washington, DC, 20020 | Map It
  • Phone: 202/426-5961; 877/559-6777 tour reservations
  • Cost: $1.50
  • Hours: Mid-Oct.-mid-Apr., daily 9-4:30; mid-Apr.-mid-Oct., daily 9-5; call ahead for tour times
  • Website: www.nps.gov/frdo
  • Metro Anacostia.
  • Location: Washington, D.C.

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