Kumler Hall facts for kids
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Kumler Hall
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Kumler Hall, April 2012
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 Location in South Carolina
Location in the United States
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| Location | Lancaster and Cemetery Sts., Chester, South Carolina |
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| Area | 1.5 acres (0.61 ha) |
| Built | 1916 |
| NRHP reference No. | 83002190 |
| Added to NRHP | January 27, 1983 |
Kumler Hall is a historic building in Chester, South Carolina. It was once a dormitory, which is like a living space for students. Kumler Hall was part of a very important school called the Brainerd Institute.
The Brainerd Institute was one of the first and best private schools for African Americans in South Carolina. It opened after the American Civil War. This school helped many people who had just gained their freedom. The Presbyterian Church ran the school from about 1868 until 1940.
What is Kumler Hall Like?
Kumler Hall was built around 1916. It is a two-story building made of brick. It served as a dormitory for boys attending the Brainerd Institute.
Inside, the building has a long hallway down the middle. This hallway opens onto a porch. There is also a main staircase that goes up one flight. Classrooms and dormitory rooms were located on both sides of the hallway. You could find rooms on both the first and second floors, and even in the basement.
A Special Place in History
Kumler Hall is a very important part of American history. Because of its special past, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1983. This is a list of places across the United States that are important to our country's history. Being on this list helps protect these buildings for future generations.
