Armstead T. Johnson High School facts for kids
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Armstead T. Johnson High School
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Front and southeastern side
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 Location in Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Location | 18849 State Route 3, Montross, Virginia |
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| Area | 4 acres (1.6 ha) |
| Built | 1937 |
| Built by | C.E Nuchals, Raymond Dowling |
| Architectural style | Colonial Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 98001071 |
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| Added to NRHP | August 14, 1998 |
Armstead T. Johnson High School was a very important school for African-American students. It is located near Montross in Westmoreland County, Virginia. This school was built in 1937. It was one of the first schools specifically designed for Black students in the Northern Neck area of Virginia. This was during a time when laws in the state kept Black and white students in separate schools.
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A Special School for African-American Students
Armstead T. Johnson High School played a big role in education for African-American communities. Before this school was built, many Black students in the area did not have a dedicated high school building. This new school helped provide better learning opportunities.
The School's Design
The main school building was constructed in 1937. It is a one-story, U-shaped building made of brick. The style of the building is called Colonial Revival. This style often looks like older, grand buildings from America's colonial past.
Other Important Buildings
Besides the main building, the school complex also included other important structures. There was a one-story building for Industrial Arts. This is where students learned practical skills like woodworking or mechanics. There was also a one-story Home Economics Cottage. Here, students learned skills for managing a home, such as cooking and sewing.
From School to Museum
Armstead T. Johnson High School was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1998. Today, the building is no longer a school. Instead, it operates as a museum. The museum helps to preserve the history of education for African-American students in the Northern Neck, especially in Westmoreland County. It has many items like old photos, school supplies, and other things that tell the story of this important time.
External links
- Museum information - Westmoreland County History in the 21st Century
