Historic black and white image of a large boarding school campus
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Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument

PA

Campus with large buildings, trees, and walkways

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Important Visitor Information – Screening Process in Effect: This is a new national park within an active military installation, which includes the current home of the US Army War College. There are no visitor services at this time. Please check back in the spr...

About Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument

More than 7,800 children from 140 Tribes went to the Carlisle School from 1879 to 1918. The National Park Service will collaborate with families, affiliated Tribal Nations, the US Army, historians, and partners to develop resources and share the story of the children, families, and communities impacted by Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School.

Weather

Winter: Generally, cooler weather starts in September. The first snowfall often occurs in mid-October and can extend through mid-April. Spring: During the spring months, temperatures typically range from the 50s-70s.

Summer: June through August are seasonably warm with high humidity and temperatures in the 80s and 90s. Fall: Generally, cooler weather starts in September. The first snowfall occurs in mid-October and can extend through mid-April.

Getting There

From 1-76 take Exit 226 or from I-80 take exit 52 onto US-11 towards Carlisle. Turn left on Harmony Road. Turn right on Claremont Road.

Turn left on Jim Thorpe & Claremont roads towards Carlisle Barracks’ security checkpoint. Use the left-most lane to be directed to the Visitor Center to check in.

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Hours

Carlisle Barracks Visitor Center

Standard hours and days are subject to change on short notice. The park is not accessible on weekends and federal holidays.

Location

PA

40.2094, -77.1797

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