This event is now history, but we have many more wonderful programs in store for you!
Come to the Cemetery and learn about the gentleman who funded every one of the more than 5000 Rosenwald Schools.
Julius Rosenwald was a Jewish American that played a large part in advancing the education of Black children from 1912 to 1932, and a little after that. Working with Booker T. Washington, Rosenwald had over 5000 schools built in 15 Southern States.
Come out to Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park on MLK Day and visit the old site of a Rosenwald School, St. Matthew's Church, and current site for a cemetery. Ranger Decoda Muller will (briefly) regale you with a story of Mr. Rosenwald.
Program Host: Decoda Muller
Contact Email: decoda.muller@tn.gov
Contact Phone: 9012291313
Meeting Place: Visitor Center, St. Matthews Cemetery
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