Green McAdoo School facts for kids
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Green McAdoo School
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View of the front of the Green McAdoo Cultural Center, including the statues of the "Clinton 12" next to the steps that lead to the entrance.
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 Location in Tennessee
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| Location | 101 School St. Clinton, Tennessee |
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| NRHP reference No. | 05001218 |
| Added to NRHP | November 8, 2005 |
The Green McAdoo School in Clinton, Tennessee, was once a special school for African American children. It was built in 1935. At that time, schools were segregated, meaning Black and white students went to separate schools. This school was for Black elementary students until 1965.
Today, the Green McAdoo School is a museum. It is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it is an important historical site.
From School to Museum: A New Purpose
After the school closed, the building started to fall apart. But people wanted to save it. In 2006, it reopened as a museum and cultural center. Money from the government helped fix up the building.
The Clinton 12 Statues
Outside the museum, you can see life-size bronze statues. These statues honor the "Clinton 12." These were 12 brave African American students. In 1956, they were the first Black students to attend Clinton High School. This happened because a court ordered the school to end segregation. This process is called desegregation.
Part of the State Museum System
In 2018, the Green McAdoo Cultural Center became part of the Tennessee State Museum system. This helps more people learn about its important history.
