Princeville School facts for kids
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Princeville School
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 Location in North Carolina
Location in the United States
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| Location | US 258, 0.3 mi. E of NC 64, Princeville, North Carolina |
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| Area | 1.4 acres (0.57 ha) |
| Built | 1935-1940 |
| Architectural style | craftsman influenced |
| NRHP reference No. | 00001615 |
| Added to NRHP | January 9, 2001 |
The Princeville School, also known as the Princeville Graded Colored School, is a special historic building. It is located in Princeville, North Carolina, in Edgecombe County, North Carolina. This school was built a long time ago, between 1935 and 1940. It was an important place for African-American students in the area.
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The Story of Princeville School
What is the Princeville School?
The Princeville School is a one-story building made of wood. It has a classic design with a front entrance that is set back a bit. The building sits on a strong brick foundation. Its roof is shaped like a hip, which means it slopes on all four sides.
A Place for Learning
For many years, the Princeville School was a busy place. It served as a school for African-American children. During this time, schools were often separated by race. The Princeville School provided education for students in the community. It was a vital part of their lives until it closed its doors as a school in 1960.
From School to Town Hall
After the school closed, the building found a new purpose. From 1960 until 1999, it became the town hall for Princeville. This means it was where the local government met and worked. It helped run the town for almost 40 years.
Honored History
The Princeville School is a very important building. Because of its history, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2001. This list includes places across the United States that are special because of their history or architecture. Being on this list helps protect the building and remember its past.
