Hampton Colored School facts for kids
Quick facts for kids |
|
|
Hampton Colored School
|
|
Hampton Colored School, January 2006
|
|
 Location in South Carolina
Location in the United States
|
|
| Location | W. Holly St. E. of jct. with Hoover St., Hampton, South Carolina |
|---|---|
| Area | 2.8 acres (1.1 ha) |
| Built | 1929 |
| Built by | Johnson, Ervin |
| NRHP reference No. | 91000233 |
| Added to NRHP | February 28, 1991 |
The Hampton Colored School is a special historic building located in Hampton, South Carolina. It was built a long time ago to serve as a school for African-American students in the area. Today, it helps people learn about the important history of African Americans in Hampton County.
Contents
About the Hampton Colored School
The Hampton Colored School was built in 1929. It is a one-story building with a rectangular shape. The school was made of wood, with a tin roof and a foundation of brick piers. It had a simple, strong design that was common for schools built during that time.
A Place for Learning
For many years, the Hampton Colored School was the only school available for African-American students in Hampton. It played a very important role in the community. Students came here to learn and grow.
Changes Over Time
In 1947, a new school called Hampton Colored High School was built. After that, the original Hampton Colored School building was no longer used as a main classroom. Instead, it became the lunchroom for the new high school. This change allowed more students to attend school in the area.
From School to Museum
Today, the Hampton Colored School is much more than just an old building. It is now home to the Hampton Colored School Museum and Resource Center. The Town of Hampton owns this center. It works as a museum to share the history of African Americans in the local area. Visitors can learn about the lives and experiences of people who lived there.
A Recognized Landmark
Because of its important history, the Hampton Colored School was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1991. This means it is recognized as a significant historical site in the United States.
External Links
- Hampton Colored School Museum and Resource Center - Town of Hampton
