Josephine City School facts for kids
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Josephine City School
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Josephine City School, April 2013
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 Location in Northern Virginia
Location in Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Location | 301-A Josephine St., Berryville, Virginia |
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| Area | less than one acre |
| Built | 1882 |
| NRHP reference No. | 95000397 |
Quick facts for kids Significant dates |
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| Added to NRHP | April 7, 1995 |
The Josephine City School is a special historic building located in Berryville, Virginia. It was built a long time ago, around 1882. This school was very important because it was created specifically for African-American children in the area.
Today, part of the building is home to the Josephine School Community Museum. This museum helps everyone learn about the history of the African-American community in Clarke County, Virginia.
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History of the Josephine City School
The Josephine City School was built in 1882. It was a simple, one-story building made of wood. The school was about 40 feet long and 30 feet wide. It had a sloped roof and a front with four sections.
A Place for Learning
For many years, the Josephine City School served as an elementary school. It was a vital place for African-American children to get an education during a time when schools were often separated by race.
Part of a Larger School Campus
The Josephine City School was actually part of a bigger school area for African-American students. This area also included:
- The Clarke County Training School, which was built in 1930.
- Another wooden building from 1941, used for extra agriculture classes.
Changes Over Time
In 1930, the Josephine City School building was moved a short distance from its original spot. After the move, it was no longer an elementary school. Instead, it became part of the Clarke County Training School. It was used for classes like home economics and agriculture.
The building continued to be used for classrooms until 1971. After that, it was used for storage. Later, it was changed again to provide housing for older adults with low or moderate incomes.
National Recognition
Because of its important history, the Josephine City School was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1995. This means it is recognized as a significant historical site in the United States.
The Josephine School Community Museum
Since 2003, a part of the old school building has been home to the Josephine School Community Museum. This museum works to preserve and share the stories of African-American people in Clarke County. It helps visitors understand their history, culture, and contributions to the community.
