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Butler Chapel AME Zion Church
Historic SiteLocated in the Zion Hill neighborhood, church was focal point for a multi-year grass-roots project that united and empowered African-Americans to fight for the right to vote.
Commodores Studio Museum
MuseumOriginal equipment, uniforms, records and other memorabilia relating to the hit recording group The Commodores.
Downtown Tuskegee Walking Tour
Historic SiteVisit historic downtown square and view sites that have long been a part of city's history. Guided tours each Saturday in June.
Harris Barrett School
Historic Site1903 two-room school, built by students under direction of Dr. Booker T. Washington, houses exposition of local African-Americans education and achievements from the slave ships to the space ships.
Lake Tuskegee
Outdoor Recreation SiteCity-owned recreational site with picnic areas, playgrounds, and 92 acres of water providing fishing, sailing, and water skiing.
Macon County Courthouse
Historic SiteHistoric courthouse with actual gargoyles. Added to the National Register of historic places in 1978.
North Main Street Historic District
Historic SiteHome to 126 historic structures, Main St. is the southern gateway into historic Tuskegee.
The Oaks
Historic SiteThe Oaks was the family home of Booker T. Washington, founder and first president of Tuskegee University. The house was built in 1899 by students and faculty using bricks made by students, and it contains original and period furniture.
The Ridge at Creekstand
MuseumInterpretive center to show Native American history, slave history and more through archaeological digs and local interpretations. Digs scheduled throughout the year.
Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site
Historic SiteTuskegee Airmen fought Axis powers overseas and racism at home. Exhibits, audio-visual programs, historic buildings and self-guided walks.
Tuskegee Confederate Monument
Historic SiteMonument erected in 1906 by the United Daughters of the Confederacy in memory of Confederate soldiers from Macon County. Scene of 1960s civil rights activities.
Tuskegee Heritage Museum
MuseumArtifacts of the Creek Indians, plus memorabilia relating to Booker T. Washington, Dr. George Washington Carver, the Tuskegee Airmen, etc.
Tuskegee Human & Civil Rights Multicultural Center
MuseumThe story of the civil rights movement is told in this intimate Southern history museum. A highlight is the Tuskegee Syphillis Study Memorial.
Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site
Historic SiteA national park dedicated to educating the public of the importance and accomplishments of the Tuskegee Institute. There is a special emphasis on the home of Booker T. Washington (The Oaks) and the George Washington Carver Museum.
Tuskegee National Forest
Outdoor Recreation SiteThis park provides guests with the trailhead for Pleasant Hill Trail, a picnic area with grills, informational kiosk, picnic tables and restrooms.
Tuskegee Repertory Theatre, Inc.
Historic SiteOriginal plays that reflect African-American cultural heritage, especially cultural legacy of historic Tuskegee.
Tuskegee University
Historic SiteFollow in the footsteps of leadership and learn about the legacy of Booker T. Washington, George Washington Carver, the Tuskegee Airmen and others.
Tuskegee Veterans Administration Hospital
Historic SiteFounded in 1923. One of the largest VA centers in the country. Only place African-American veterans could be treated after World War I.