📜 Frederick Douglass National Historic Site, preserving the home and estate of the famous abolitionist Frederick Douglass. He lived here for the last 17-18 years of his life, from 1877 until his death in 1895. # Why Go 🏛️ Explore the preserved 21-room historic house on a free guided tour with a National Park Service ranger. 🌳 Enjoy lovely grounds and incredible views of downtown Washington, D.C. from Cedar Hill. 📚 See Douglass's study, personal items, the Growlery where he wrote, and learn about his life, speeches, and fight for justice. # Why Avoid 🚶‍♀️ House access only via guided tour, reservations are strongly recommended due to limited space. 🚫 Be aware of an 85-step climb to the house (a ramp is available). # Tips 💡 Reservations for guided tours are highly recommended. 🚶 Located about a 10-minute walk from Anacostia Metro station. 💧 Bring water in summer due to high humidity. # Cost 💰 Free entrance and guided tours of the house and grounds year-round, no pass required. # Hours 🕒 Open daily year-round, with specific tour times. Closed Thanksgiving, December 25, and January 1. # 🅿️ Parking Free parking available on site near the visitor center. # 🚻 Toilets Accessible restrooms available in the visitor center. # ♿ Accessibility Wheelchair accessible visitor center and ramp to the house. Wheelchairs are available.