Historic Russell School, 2001 Saint Marys Road, Hillsborough, is presenting several online free events in February. Read on for the details about those events, as well as some information about this historic building.
The Russell School is the last remaining Rosenwald School in Durham County.
Rosenwald Schools were built in the early 20th century during a time when segregation prohibited black children from getting an eduction. Rosenwald Schools were a collaboration of many people, including Booker T. Washington and Julius Rosenwald, who believed that black children in the rural south should have access to a formal education.
Over 5,000 Rosenwald Schools were built from 1913 to 1932 throughout the south. Julius Rosenwald, president of Sears, Roebuck & Co contributed over 4.3 million dollars, and African-American communities contributed over 4.7 million dollars to build the schools.
The Historic Russell School was named for one of the major neighborhood supporters, Thomas Russell. It was built in the 1926 and continued to operate until 1945, when it closed. While the school was open, hundreds of children were educated, bringing to fruition the vision and dedication of those who believed that high-quality education should be available to everyone.
The two-room school was equipped to have two teachers. It has high windows, hardwood floors, two cloakrooms (one in each room), and a small kitchen facing the front of the building. The original chalkboards survive as does one of the desks.
Virtual Events with Historic Russell School
Historic Russell School Virtual Tour
Saturday, February 6th, 2021
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Free (follow above link to register)
The Historic Russell School is a Rosenwald School built in 1926. During the Jim Crow era, Rosenwald Schools were built in collaboration with the local Black community, local white school board, and Rosenwald Fund. It was the only refuge Black children had for access to a formal education.
The Historic Russell School is a 2 teacher school with its original windows and hardwood floors.
Join us for a virtual tour and presentation of its history.
The Historic Russell School is owned by Cain’s Chapel Missionary Baptist Church.
After registration, a Zoom link will be sent prior to the event. In person socially distant tours can be scheduled at info@historicrussellschool.org.
Book Reading by Beverly A. Scarlett
Saturday, February 13th, 2021
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Free (follow above link to register)
Are the shoulders of your ancestors ruminating through your head?
Journey through time with author, Beverly A. Scarlett, as she discusses her book, “The Harris Family of Orange County, North Carolina” .
This book takes you through 318 years of Black-American Indian culture.
Question & Answer session will be held at the end.
In celebration of Black History Month, this book read is sponsored by Friends of Russell Rosenwald School and facilitated by Phyllis Mack Horton, Chair of the Board of Directors.
For more information and book sales, please contact indigenousmemories@gmail.com.
#IamRemarkable Workshop
Saturday, February 27th, 2021
10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Free (follow above link to register)
#IamRemarkable is a Google initiative empowering women and underrepresented groups to speak openly about their accomplishments.
About this Event
In this interactive session, you will participate in group discussions and exercises to develop the confidence and skills to promote yourself effectively.
During the 90 min #IamRemarkable workshop:
- Share data and research regarding self promotion and unconscious bias
- Go through the main exercise to help you articulate your achievements and practice self promotion
- Have a discussion and share take home exercises
In celebration of Black History Month 2021, this event is sponsored by Friends of Russell Rosenwald School, www.historicrussellschool.org.
Facilitated by Phyllis Mack Horton, Chair of the Board of Directors
After registration, a Zoom link will be sent, prior to the event.
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