West Virginia State University
Booker T. Washington Park
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Booker T. Washington, after leaving the area, purchased a 2-story brick house for his sister, Amanda Johnson. It is located straight across from today’s Cabin Creek Quilts. Today, a beautiful park rests on the site of her home. The old bricks there are from her home.

  • Directions
  • Hours
  • Park Hours
  • Admission Fee
  • Programs

 

Directions
Take U.S. Route 60 (Going 64 East) to the Malden exit; turn left and proceed ¼ mile to the African Zion Church on the left; the cabins are behind the church.

Hours
Monday-Friday by appointment
Saturday and Sunday by prior scheduling.

Park Hours
Open air park available 24 hours a day.

Admission Fee
Adult $5.00, free for children

Programs
upon request