Frederick Douglass

The purpose of this site is to inform you of all the wonderful things, history, and sights going on at the Frederick Douglass National Historic, 1411 W Street SE, Washington, DC 20020.

Frederick Douglass was born into slavery on the Eastern Shore of Maryland in 1818. In 1872, Douglass and wife Anna move to Washington, DC: buy a house 316 A Street NE: in 1877 they break "whites only" covenant by purchasing Cedar Hill; serves as U.S. Marshalof the District of Columbia from 1877 until 1881.

On February 20, 1895, Douglass dies at his Cedar Hill home.

Saturday, June 5, 2010

The 3rd Annual Frederick Douglass Family Fun Festival


The 3rd Annual Frederick Douglass Family Fun Festival Sunday, August 1st, 1pm-4pm

Free...Activities include Live Music, Re-enactments, Historic House Tours, Ice Cream Churning, Junior Ranger Activities, Arts & Craft.


Location: Frederick Douglass National Historic Site
1411 W Street SE Washington, DC 20020

Info: 202-426-5961

Saturday, January 16, 2010

Celebrate Douglass' 192nd Birthday and his significant contributions to early years of the Women's Rights Movement


Saturday, February 14th, 12pm-4:30pm

Frederick Douglass National Historic Site

1411 W Street SE

Washington, DC.


This year’s annual birthday celebration will commemorate the 90th anniversary of women wining the right to vote and Douglass’ contributions to the movement.

There will be plenty activities for the entire family including a reenactment of Frederick Douglass by actor Fred Morsell. Morsell is known for his rare ability to capture the power and eloquence of the great orator.

Special guest speaker, Sally McMillen, author and Professor of History at Davidson College, will be discuss Douglass’s involvement with the women’s rights movement and sign copies of her recent book “Seneca Falls and the Origins of the Women’s Movement”.

The Frederick Douglass National Historic Site is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the most famous 19th century African American. His life was a testament to the courage and persistence that serves as an inspiration to those who struggle in the cause of liberty and justice. Visitors to the site learn about his efforts to abolish slavery and his struggle for rights for all oppressed people.

This event is free and open to the public. For more information call 202-426-6561 or visit the website at www.nps.gov/frdo.