Florida Rosenwald Schools Oral History Project
The 5,000 Rosenwald Schools constructed across the South between 1917 and 1932 were significant educational institutions, primarily funded, developed, and maintained for decades through the efforts of Black communities. Despite being segregated and under-resourced, the schools played a crucial role in expanding educational opportunities for Black students during the Jim Crow era. Decades after their closure or repurposing, Rosenwald Schools continue to offer valuable insights into education and community resilience.
The Florida Rosenwald Schools Oral History Project documents the experiences of Rosenwald school alumni by providing firsthand accounts. The voices of those who attended these historically significant yet often overlooked institutions offer an important perspective on education and its broader implications.
Browse Interviews
Oral Histories
Arbie Peacock Oral History Interview, Arbie Peacock
Carolyn Hilsman Oral History Interview, Carolyn Hilsman
Connie McMillon-Thomas Oral History Interview, Connie McMillon-Thomas
David Ferguson Oral History Interview, David L. Ferguson
Harriet Hawkins-Livingston Oral History Interview, Harriet Hawkins-Livingston
Hilda Bridgette Turner Oral History Interview, Hilda Bridgette Turner
Jordon J. Corbett Oral History Interview, Jordon J. Corbett
Leo Longworth Oral History Interview, Leo Longworth
Recha Fields Gamble Oral History Interview, Recha Fields Gamble
