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A pictorial history presentation of African American secondary education in the District
In 1870, the first classes for Preparatory High School for Colored Youth were organized in a church basement in the District, starting Black students on a life changing journey of academic excellence and personal growth. Many of the graduates became prominent in fields from the arts to the sciences. It also expanded the District’s school system. Learn more about the fascinating history and legacy of African American Education in Washington, D.C. (linked to catalog) by Alice K. Thomas (2026).
Copies of the book are available from the library. A book sale and signing will follow at the end of the author talk.
This event is part of the DC Public Library system’s America 250 programming.
For more information, please send an email to takomaparklibrary@dc.gov or call 202-576-7252.
AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Author Talk | America 250 |