While driving down an East Texas country road I spotted this scene. The autumn trees and the late afternoon sun made these golden bales of hay shine just a little bit more. Fortunately I had my camera with me. (c) James Q. Eddy Jr.

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Holiday Open House

Kids & Families,
Community Events

Holiday Open House

Let’s enjoy the holidays together! Join park staff and volunteers for an afternoon filled with seasonal music, arts, and crafts, and festive refreshments. The event is free of charge.

George Washington Carver National Monument

01:00 PM - 03:00 PM on Sat, 13 Dec 2025

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George Washington Carver National Monument

417-325-4151

gwca_interpretation@nps.gov

https://www.nps.gov/gwca/index.htm

George Washington Carver National Monument

5646 Carver Road

Diamond, Missouri 64840

417-325-4151

gwca_interpretation@nps.gov

https://www.nps.gov/gwca/index.htm