Parking Near Moorland Spingarn Research Center, Howard University
Where Can I Park for Moorland Spingarn Research Center?
The Howard Center Lot at 2235 8th Street NW is the nearest recommended visitor facility and charges $10 a day or $200 a month, with credit cards accepted only. The center is at 2400 6th Street Northwest and is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. A $7 a day lot is 0.3 miles away.
- Address
- 2400 6th Street Northwest
- Closest listed space
- Affordable Parking Lot in Washington, DC, 0.3 mi (7 min walk)
- Nearest station
- U Street, 0.6 mi (12 min walk)
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Howard Center Lot for Moorland Spingarn Research Center Visits
The nearest recommended visitor facility is the Howard Center Lot at 2235 8th Street NW. Howard University identifies it as visitor parking for Founders Library, making it the practical official option for a visit to the Moorland Spingarn Research Center at 2400 6th Street Northwest in Ward 1, near Howard University. The lot charges $10 a day or $200 a month, with credit cards accepted only (Founders Library).
MSRC is 128 yards from Howard University center, so the Howard Center Lot gives drivers a campus-oriented place to start before continuing on foot. The research center is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (msrc.howard.edu), which is useful when planning a weekday arrival around research hours.
Parksy Spaces Within Half a Mile of MSRC
Parksy lists an affordable parking lot 0.3 miles from the site for $7 a day. A secure monthly parking garage is also 0.3 miles away at $345 a month, while a secure garage space at the same distance costs $20 a day. These options suit different visit lengths, from a short research appointment to regular weekday access.
Further listings include a parking lot 0.4 miles away for $20 a day, a secure garage 0.4 miles away for $25 an hour, and secure private parking 0.5 miles away for $50 a week. The priced spaces are spread across lots, garages, and private parking, so drivers can compare walking distance with the length of their stay before choosing a space.
Named Howard University Parking and Nearby Alternatives
The Howard Center Lot is the named university parking option associated with Founders Library and sits at 2235 8th Street NW (Founders Library). Its visitor rate is $10 a day, while a monthly permit is listed at $200 a month and payment is by credit card only. This makes it the clearest official choice for visitors who want campus parking rather than a private facility.
The site is on 6th Street Northwest, and the official directions identify the Howard Center Lot rather than a separate MSRC lot.
Weekday Demand and Street Parking Around 6th Street Northwest
MSRC operates Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (msrc.howard.edu), making weekday daytime the key period to plan around. Research appointments within those hours can overlap with campus activity, so arriving with a chosen lot or reserved space is more practical than relying on a last-minute curbside search.
The center is at 2400 6th Street Northwest, near Howard University. Drivers using surrounding streets should therefore follow the posted signs and curb markings at the space they choose.
Walking From U Street Station to Moorland Spingarn Research Center
U Street is the nearest listed station, 0.6 miles from the site and a 12-minute walk. The route provides a rail alternative for visitors who prefer to avoid driving into Ward 1 near Howard University, with the final approach ending at 2400 6th Street Northwest.
MSRC is also 128 yards from Howard University center, placing the library within a walkable campus setting once visitors reach the university area. The address is separate from the station distance, so drivers deciding between parking and rail can use the 12-minute walk from U Street as the relevant station measure.
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* Please note: parking prices, time limits and fine amounts change frequently and vary by operator, council and local authority. Everything on this page is indicative and provided on a best-endeavours basis. Always check the sign, the operator or the issuing authority before you rely on a figure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Can I Park for Moorland Spingarn Research Center?
The Howard Center Lot at 2235 8th Street NW is the nearest recommended visitor facility and charges $10 a day or $200 a month, with credit cards accepted only. The center is at 2400 6th Street Northwest and is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. A $7 a day lot is 0.3 miles away.
What Is the Official Visitor Parking Option Near Moorland Spingarn Research Center?
The Howard Center Lot at 2235 8th Street NW is the named university parking option associated with Founders Library. It is identified as visitor parking and charges $10 a day or $200 a month. Payment is by credit card only, making it the clearest campus-oriented choice for visitors who want university parking.
How Much Do Nearby Parking Spaces Cost?
Parksy lists a parking lot 0.3 miles away for $7 a day, a secure monthly garage at the same distance for $345 a month, and a secure garage space 0.3 miles away for $20 a day.
When Is the Research Center Open?
The research center is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Those weekday daytime hours are the key period to plan around, and research appointments can overlap with campus activity. Arriving with a chosen lot or reserved space is more practical than relying on a last-minute curbside search.
What Should Drivers Know About Street Parking Near 6th Street Northwest?
The center is at 2400 6th Street Northwest, near Howard University. Drivers using surrounding streets should follow the posted signs and curb markings at the space they choose. Weekday daytime activity may overlap with research appointments, so selecting a lot or reserved space in advance is more practical than searching for a curbside space at the last minute.
Can I Take Rail Instead of Driving?
U Street is the nearest listed station, 0.6 miles from the site and a 12-minute walk. It provides a rail alternative for visitors who prefer to avoid driving into Ward 1 near Howard University. The final approach ends at 2400 6th Street Northwest, and the site is also 128 yards from Howard University center.
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