Abraham Hall facts for kids
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Abraham Hall
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Abraham Hall, December 2008
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 Location in Maryland
Location in the United States
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| Location | 7612 Old Muirkirk Rd, Beltsville, Maryland |
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| Area | 3.9 acres (1.6 ha) |
| Built | 1889 |
| Architect | John W. Jackson |
| MPS | African-American Historic Resources of Prince George's County, Maryland |
| NRHP reference No. | 05000146 |
| Added to NRHP | March 14, 2005 |
Abraham Hall, built in 1889, is an important historic building. It is located in the old African American community of Rossville. This area is part of Prince George's County, Maryland, near Beltsville.
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The Story of Abraham Hall
Abraham Hall was built by a group called the Benevolent Sons and Daughters of Abraham. This was a society for African Americans. They created it to help their members and the community. The building was first known as Rebecca Lodge #6.
A Place for Everyone
John W. Jackson built Abraham Hall in 1889. It quickly became a very important place in Rossville. The hall served many purposes for African Americans. It was a meeting place for the society. People also used it as a church.
It was also a school for the community's children. This was especially important during a time when society was segregated. This meant that Black and white people were kept separate. The lodge hall was the main school until 1922. That year, a new Rosenwald School was built nearby.
What Abraham Hall Looks Like
Abraham Hall sits on a grassy area with old trees. It is a two-story building made of wood. It has a brick foundation and a roof made of shakes. A chimney rises from one side of the roof.
The building has been carefully cared for over the years. Between 1986 and 1991, its inside and outside were restored. Workers used original materials or similar ones to make it look like it did before.
A Recognized Landmark
Because of its history and importance, Abraham Hall was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2005. This means it is recognized as a special place in American history.
