Tuskegee, AL

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Tuskegee University, one of the largest historically black universities in the United States, is a private university located in Tuskegee, Alabama. It was founded by Lewis Adams, a former slave, and George W. Campbell, a former slave owner. Adams asked that an educational institution for blacks be established. After Foster won the election, $2,000 (per year) was allocated from the state general budget for such a school to be located in Macon County. It was officially founded on July 4th, 1881, with Booker T. Washington, then a 25-year-old teacher at Hampton Institute in Virginia, as its first principal, a position he maintained until his death in 1915. Tuskegee acquired university status in 1985. Today it offers undergraduate, masters, professional, and doctoral degrees to more than 3,000 students with a strong orientation toward the relationship between education and work force preparation in the sciences, professions and technical areas. It was the first black college to be designated as a Registered National Historic Landmark (1966), and is the only black college to be designated as a National Historic Site.
Tuskegee University, one of the largest historically black universities in the United States, is a private university located in Tuskegee, Alabama. It was founded by Lewis Adams, a former slave, and George W. Campbell, a former slave owner. Adams asked that an educational institution for blacks be established. After Foster won the election, $2,000 (per year) was allocated from the state general budget for such a school to be located in Macon County. It was officially founded on July 4th, 1881, with Booker T. Washington, then a 25-year-old teacher at Hampton Institute in Virginia, as its first principal, a position he maintained until his death in 1915. Tuskegee acquired university status in 1985. Today it offers undergraduate, masters, professional, and doctoral degrees to more than 3,000 students with a strong orientation toward the relationship between education and work force preparation in the sciences, professions and technical areas. It was the first black college to be designated as a Registered National Historic Landmark (1966), and is the only black college to be designated as a National Historic Site.
The Tuskegee Airmen is the popular name of a group of African-American military pilots (fighter and bomber) who fought in World War II. Officially, they formed the 332nd Fighter Group and the 477th Bombardment Group of the United States Army Air Forces. I'm not sure if they give tours of this place or not. Nothing was open the day I was here.

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The Hotel At Auburn University

The Hotel At Auburn University

4.5 out of 5
241 S College St Auburn AL
$202 nightly
The price is $229 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
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9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,089 reviews)
Fabulous location and service

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026

The Hotel At Auburn University
Graduate by Hilton Auburn AL

Graduate by Hilton Auburn AL

4 out of 5
202 W Magnolia Ave Auburn AL
$139 nightly
The price is $157 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
$157 total
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Auburn. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Popular attractions Toomer's ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (292 reviews)
The room was clean and staff was friendly. My only complaint is that the room and bathroom were extremely dark and not enough lightly. The bathroom was unusually dark, I needed a flashlight to do my makeup.

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026

Graduate by Hilton Auburn AL
Wind Creek Casino & Hotel Montgomery

Wind Creek Casino & Hotel Montgomery

3.5 out of 5
1801 Eddie L Tullis Rd Montgomery AL
$149 nightly
The price is $165 total per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
$165 total
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8.8/10 Excellent! (745 reviews)
Room was excellent!

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

Wind Creek Casino & Hotel Montgomery
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stayAPT Suites Auburn

stayAPT Suites Auburn

3.5 out of 5
1656 South College Street Auburn AL
Stay at this aparthotel in Auburn. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (279 reviews)
Everything was excellent

Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026

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Killen Time on Lake Martin

Killen Time on Lake Martin

Dadeville AL
Stay at this vacation home in Dadeville. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Lake Martin and Uncle Bob's Island are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (68 reviews)
Loved our stay!!!

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

Killen Time on Lake Martin
Beautiful Downtown Auburn Cottage In A Quaint Setting!

Beautiful Downtown Auburn Cottage In A Quaint Setting!

Auburn AL
Stay at this vacation home in Auburn. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Donald E. Davis Arboretum and Telfair Peet Theater ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (167 reviews)
It was a great space and in a great location!

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

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Tuskegee University, one of the largest historically black universities in the United States, is a private university located in Tuskegee, Alabama. It was founded by Lewis Adams, a former slave, and George W. Campbell, a former slave owner. Adams asked that an educational institution for blacks be established. After Foster won the election, $2,000 (per year) was allocated from the state general budget for such a school to be located in Macon County. It was officially founded on July 4th, 1881, with Booker T. Washington, then a 25-year-old teacher at Hampton Institute in Virginia, as its first principal, a position he maintained until his death in 1915. Tuskegee acquired university status in 1985. Today it offers undergraduate, masters, professional, and doctoral degrees to more than 3,000 students with a strong orientation toward the relationship between education and work force preparation in the sciences, professions and technical areas. It was the first black college to be designated as a Registered National Historic Landmark

Tuskegee University

4/5(79 reviews)

Explore the campus of Tuskegee University, during your travels in Tuskegee. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Tuskegee University

Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site

You can find out about the history of Tuskegee with a stop at Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site

George Washington Carver Museum

4/5(33 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at George Washington Carver Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Tuskegee. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

George Washington Carver Museum

Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site

4.5/5(40 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Tuskegee with a stop at Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site

The Oaks - Home of Booker T. Washington

5/5(6 reviews)

Find out about the history of Tuskegee when you take a trip to The Oaks - Home of Booker T. Washington. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

The Oaks - Home of Booker T. Washington

The Legacy Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in The Legacy Museum during your travels in Tuskegee. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

The Legacy Museum

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