**African American Heritage Trail**

The prestigious Howard University is located in the heart of Washington, D.C. Howard is Washington, D.C.'s third university founded in 1867. Since its founding many years ago, Howard has birthed intelligent individuals who have ventured into the world and made great accomplishments.

A Brief Tour Of Howard University


I. Founder's Library

This library was dedicated to the university in 1939. The library consists of a changing historical exhibit, a permanent exhibit that depicts the university's history, and the Moorland-Spingarn Research Center. The library was designed by Howard's architect, Albert Cassell.

II. Freedman's Hospital

Freedman's Hospital was originally set up by the federal government during the Civil War to assist the many African-Americans seeking freedom. The hospital was established in 1862, and it was officially named "Freedman's Hospital" in 1863. In 1869, the hospital was moved to property owned by Howard University, and it became the University's teaching hospital. Dr. Alexander T. Augusta was the first individual to be put in charge of the hospital. When his tenure ended, he was replaced by Dr. Daniel Hale Williams, followed by Dr. William A. Warfield Jr., and then Dr. Charles Drew. In 1908, the building that stands to date as the College of Nursing was built on College Street. The hospital was named Howard University Hospital in 1975 and moved to Georgia and Florida Avenue, NW.

III. Howard University Hospital/Griffith Stadium Site

Before Griffith Stadium was demolished in 1965 and replaced by the Howard University Hospital, it served as a social center for the city it was the site for everything from sports events to baptisms. The stadium was constructed in 1914 and named after the manager/owner of the Senators baseball team. Professional teams, D.C. college teams, and high school teams all played at this stadium. The stadium was one of the few public places that was not segregated during this time period.

IV. Kelly Miller Residence Site

Kelly Miller is considered the nation's first black graduate student in mathematics. He attended Howard University on a scholarship and graduated in 1880. He attended Johns Hopkins University where he studied advanced mathematics. He was appointed to the faculty at Howard University where he added sociology to the curriculum in 1895. During his tenure at Howard, Miller taught sociology and served as the dean of College of Arts and Sciences. Miller served as a spokesperson against the rise of white supremacy, and he was a national leader between the approaches of Washington and Du Bois. In 1965, Miller's house was demolished and replaced by a dormitory.

V. Howard Hall, Howard University

Howard University was named after General Oliver Otis Howard. General Howard was one of the founders of the school, and he played an instrumental role in the development of the university. Howard Hall was originally the home of General Oliver Otis Howard. It was one of the first four buildings to be built on the campus, and it is the oldest standing building on campus. The building began to deteriorate in the mid-20th century, and Howard Hall was declared a national landmark in 1974. After Howard's death, the University purchased the property, and it has been used for a number of purposes over the years. Howard Hall currently serves as the university's Alumni Center.