Great Branch Teacherage facts for kids
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Great Branch Teacherage
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 Location in South Carolina
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| Location | 2890 Neeses Highway, near Orangeburg, South Carolina |
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| Area | less than one acre |
| Built | 1924-1925 |
| Architectural style | American Folk Tradition |
| NRHP reference No. | 07001112 |
| Added to NRHP | October 24, 2007 |
The Great Branch Teacherage is a special old house located near Orangeburg, South Carolina. It was built a long time ago, between 1924 and 1925. This building was a "teacherage," which means it was a home specifically for teachers.
This teacherage was part of a larger school called the Great Branch School. This school was a "Rosenwald school," which were schools built for African American children in the Southern United States during a time when education was not equal for everyone. The Great Branch Teacherage is a one-story building with three rooms. It has a simple, traditional design.
A Special Piece of History
The Great Branch School complex closed in 1954. Sadly, the teacherage is the only building that remains from the original school complex today. It stands as an important reminder of the past.
Because of its historical importance, the Great Branch Teacherage was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2007. This means it is recognized as a significant historical site in the United States.
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The Great Branch Teacherage building.
