Discover the incredible legacy of Penn School, one of the first institutions in the South to provide formalized education to formerly enslaved people. This session traces its evolution from a groundbreaking school to a hub for social justice and community activism. Learn how Penn Community Services became a beacon of hope for African Americans during segregation and the Civil Rights Movement. The story of Penn Center from the Reconstruction Era to the Civil Rights Era, is one of education, empowerment, and resilience.
The History of Penn School—Penn Community Services (1862-1960s)
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