Frederick Douglass Historic Site Tree Walk September 24, 2011

City of Trees author Melanie Choukas-Bradley will lead a tree tour at the historic Anacostia home of Frederick Douglass. The tree tour will immediately follow a 9:30 house tour of the Cedar Hill home where Douglass, a renowned 19th century abolitionist and women’s rights advocate, spent the happy and productive final years of his life. Many venerable trees grace the scenic property including several species of oaks and hickories, white ash, hackberry, and southern magnolia.

Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be offered for ISA certified arborists.

When: Saturday, September 24
Where: Meet in front of the visitor center approximately at 15th & W St SE, (map)
Time: 9:00AM – 11:00AM
Fee: All events are free and open to the public. Registration is required; space is limited. Register online at http://ct.convio.net/calendar
Barring severe weather, the walk will take place rain or shine.
Parking is available at the visitor center.

Metro: Get off at the Anacostia stop on the Green Line and take the B2 bus in the direction of Mt. Ranier. There is a bus stop directly in front of the Douglass home at the corner of 14th and W streets. Continue along the sidewalk in the direction the bus is traveling until you reach the visitor center (15th and W Streets SE).
Visit Metro's website for more information.