Barrett Juvenile Correctional Center facts for kids
Quick facts for kids |
|
|
Virginia Industrial Home School for Colored Girls
|
|
Buildings in the complex
|
|
 Location in Virginia
Location in the United States
|
|
| Location | 11391 Barrett Center Rd., near Mechanicsville, Virginia |
|---|---|
| Built | 1915 |
| Architect | Merrill C. Lee |
| NRHP reference No. | 15000926 |
| Added to NRHP | October 7, 2016 |
The Barrett Juvenile Correctional Center was a special center for young people in Virginia. It was also known as the Barrett Learning Center. When it first opened, it was called the Virginia Industrial Home School for Colored Girls. This center was located near Mechanicsville, Virginia.
Contents
A Place for Young People to Learn and Grow
This center started in 1915. It was created to help Black girls who needed guidance and support. The goal was to teach them important life skills. They could learn to make better choices for their future.
Porter Barrett: A Leader Who Made History
The center is famous for having a very special leader. Her name was Porter Barrett. She was the first Black woman to be in charge of a place like this in the United States. Her leadership was very important.
Changes Over the Years
Over time, the center changed. In 1965, it started welcoming students of all races. This meant that Black and white students could learn together. Later, in 1977, it became a coed facility. This means both boys and girls could attend. From 1978 until it closed, only boys were at the center. The Barrett Juvenile Correctional Center closed its doors in 2005.
Buildings with a Story
The buildings at the center were designed by an architect named Merrill C. Lee. He was from Richmond, Virginia. These buildings are part of the center's history. In 2016, the center was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This is a list of important historic places in the country.
Images for kids
-
Virginia Industrial Home School for Wayward Colored Girls
