National Monument

Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument

Midwest

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About Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers

Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of the most respected leaders of his time. A well-rounded man with a steadfast devotion to duty, Young led by example and inspired a generation of new leaders.

From the National Park Service.

Region: Midwest
State: Ohio
Designation: National Monument
Entrance fee: None listed

Trail data for this park is still being added.
Places for this park are still being added.

Know before you go

Fees, hours, weather and getting to Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers.

Entrance fees

The National Park Service lists no entrance fee for this park.

Hours

Youngsholm

Mon: Closed
Tue: Closed
Wed: Closed
Thu: Closed
Fri: 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Sat: 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Sun: 9:00AM - 4:00PM

The Young family home, Youngsholm, has reopened after a multi-year restoration. Contact the park by email at chyo_info@nps.gov if you have questions or concerns. The park grounds are accessible sunrise to sunset every day. You can view the park calendar to see what events are planned or visit our social media pages to stay up-to-date on current park happenings.

Weather and when to go

The park lies in a humid continental zone with a generally temperate climate. Winters are mildly cold with average temperatures around 29 degrees (F). Summers are hot and humid with an average temperature around 74 degrees (F). Average annual total rainfall is just under 40". Snowfall in the winter is generally light with an average total snowfall of about 22".

Getting there

"Youngsholm" is located in Wilberforce, Ohio near Wilberforce University. It is situated less than one mile west of the Wilberforce University and Central State University campuses on U.S. Route 42 at 1120 US Route 42 E.

Directions from the National Park Service

Contact the park

Address: 1120 U.S. Route 42 E, Wilberforce, OH 45384
Phone: (937) 352-6757
Email: chyo_info@nps.gov
Official site: nps.gov/chyo

From the National Park Service, checked weekly. Fees, hours and road conditions change: confirm with the park before you go.

Trip planner

A day-by-day plan for Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers

Tell us your dates and what you are into. We group the stops by where they are, so each day is one part of the park, not a zigzag.

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Things to do in Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers

The park service's own list, with how long each takes.

Watch "A Triumph of Tragedy: The Life of Charles Young"

Park Film · about 15 min

Learn about the life and legacy of General Charles Young while viewing our 10 minute film. This is the park's official introductory film.