Mary McLeod Bethune Home, National
Historic Landmark
The former home of the founder of Bethune-Cookman College, is a memorial to Mrs.
Bethune and the Foundation which is dedicated to research, interracial activity and
sponsorship of wider educational opportunities.
Built in 1914 and located on the college campus,
it opened to the public in 1953. Artifacts, citations, plaques and pictures of dignitaries
are on display. It also is the gravesite of Mrs. Bethune. In 1975, the National Park
Service gave the Foundation its National Historic Landmark designation. The museum is open
from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. During the summer months by appointment
only.
Location
640 Mary McLeod Bethune Blvd.
Daytona Beach, Fl 32114
Barberville, Fl 32105
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(386) 255-1401 ext. 372
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