The George Washington Carver

Birthplace District

Association

"...so start for the top and say I can!"

Born into slavery on a southwest Missouri farm, George W. Carver overcame great adversity and tremendous odds to triumph as a distinguished educator, artist, musician, humanitarian, Christian and most notably a world-renowned scientist. As an active partner with the National Park Service since the park's dedication in 1953, the George Washington Carver Birthplace District Association (CBA) continues to perpetuate the legacy of Dr. Carver.  Through memberships, the Carver Birthplace District Association, a 501 c3 non-profit organization, assists in advancing the scientific, historic, educational and interpretive programs at George Washington Carver National Monument.  This National Monument serves as a fitting and appropriate memorial to the life and legacy of Dr. Carver.  Most activities and services at the Monument are provided free of charge and include ranger led programs, hiking trails, 1881 Carver House tours, museum exhibits, school programs, park films, interactive discovery area, Visitor Center, and much more.  The Monument is the birthplace and childhood home of Dr. Carver and is an inspiration to all who visit.  Visitors see and learn about the many struggles Dr. Carver overcame during the post-Civil War era, the countless highly praised accomplishments, and the spiritual motivators that led him on a life long pilgrimage of self-sacrifice for the betterment of all mankind.  Join CBA today to become a partner in perpetuating America's great heritage, while stimulating our next generation to reach for the top!

SPECIAL MEMBER ONLY BENEFITS

Memberships are annual and open to individuals, families, and organizations. Members receive the following benefits:

• Invitations to Special Events and Park Programs
• One-Year Subscription to CBA's Quarterly Newsletter and Calendar of Events
• Information on Carver-Related Events Worldwide
• Recognition in CBA Publications and on Sponsorship Display at CBA Events
• Opportunity to Participate in CBA Activities, Committees, Annual Meetings and Elections
• 10% DISCOUNT on purchases in the park's Gift Shop (including on-line purchases)
• Organizations joining at the Inventor level or above receive complimentary advertisement space in all Special Events Programs

MEMBERSHIP LEVELS

Friend........................................$100 and below (suggested $30)

Receive all benefits listed above for one year and a Carver bookmark

Artist..........................................$250

Receive all benefits listed above for one year and a Carver quotation poster.

Scientist....................................$500

Receive all benefits listed above for one year and a Carver lapel pin

Inventor......................................$1,000

Receive all benefits listed above for one year and a Carver key chain

 

Educator...................................$1,500

Receive all benefits listed above for one year a matching set of Carver bookmark, lapel pin, and key chain

Humanitarian............................$2,500

Receive all benefits listed above for one year and a Carver paperweight

Legacy......................................$5,000

Receive all benefits listed above for one year and a Carver paperweight and

framed Carver montage poster

Contact Info

For information or to enroll by phone call (417)325-4151! To join by mail or to send a tax deductible contribution, please write:

George Washington Carver Birthplace District Association

5646 Carver Road

Diamond, MO 64840-8314

 

George Washington Carver National Monument is located two miles west of Diamond, Missouri, just 2 miles south of V Highway on Carver Road. The park is open from 9 am to 5 pm daily except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Days when park facilities are closed.  For more information or directions contact the park at (417)325-4151.

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