BOOKER T. WASHINGTON NATIONAL MONUMENT
Phone: 540-721-2094 Fax: 540-721-5128 www.nps.gov/bowa
12130 Booker T. Washington Highway, Hardy, VA 24101
DIRECTIONS: I-81 to I-581, U. S. 220 south from Roanoke to VA Rte 122. From Blue Ridge Parkway, VA Rte 43 south to VA Rte 122.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Commemorates the life and accomplishments of Booker T. Washington.
PARKING: 2 wheelchair accessible parking spaces.
TYPES OF PATHS: Asphalt to Visitor Center. A portion of the gravel trail meets accessibility standard for grade. The rest of the trails are not accessible.
ENTRANCE: Located middle of park. Entry doors, 36 in. wide, open in with pull handle located 40 in. above floor.
PUBLIC REST ROOMS: In visitor center. Doors 30 in. wide, open in. Turns to enter. Accessible stalls have 36 in. doors opening in, handrails. Wheelchair accessible toilet is 19 inches high with room for a lateral transfer. Sink height 41 in. Accessible stall checked for obstructions.
SPECIAL SERVICES:
For guests with hearing disabilities, there are written scripts.
GIFT SHOP: Counters 36 in. high. Clerks assist customers with special needs. Aisles clear of temporary displays.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Hours are 9-5 daily, year-round. Closed Jan 1, Thanksgiving Day and Dec 25.
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