Friends of Hineshaw - Rosenwald Building ask for you to sign this petition urging the Liberty County School System (the “LCSS”) to take measures to protect the historical portion of the current Hineshaw Elementary campus known as the original Rosenwald Structure or Hinesville Shaw Elementary. The original Rosenwald Structure is one of 5,300 Rosenwald Schools that Julius Rosenwald, philanthropist and president of Sears Roebuck and Co., helped build for black children in 15 Southern states from 1912 to 1932. Black communities raised matching money to help build the schools. Local Hinesville community residents Alonzo Simpson, J.H. Gause and R.L. Duggan sold the site where the current Hineshaw Elementary sits to the LCSS for $100 in 1931. The local community donated $400 towards construction as well as volunteered labor and services.
Hinesville Shaw Elementary is included on the National Register of Historic Places Multiple Property Listing dated June 2009. In 2002, the National Trust for Historic Preservation placed the Rosenwald Schools on its 11 Most Endangered Places List. Friends of Hineshaw - Rosenwald Building request that the LCSS take adequate measures to protect the Rosenwald structure from the weather as well as to secure it from vandalism.
https://coastalcourier.com/news/exhibit-highlight-significance-hineshaw-school/
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Updates
December 21, 2018
I have been reviewing the historical documentation regarding the original community investment into the Rosenwald structure. These records confirm the deep commitment of local residents who sacrificed to build our schools. We are continuing our efforts to contact the school system to discuss a formal preservation plan.
December 21, 2018
The growing momentum for the preservation of the Rosenwald structure is encouraging and demonstrates a clear public commitment to this history. This progress indicates that the school system must now acknowledge our collective interest in securing the site against further decay.
28 Comments
I attended Hineshaw, met childhood friends who became lifelong friends and was taught by educators who cared. The resources were limited but, the staff made due. Hineshaw made a difference in my life and many others. The landmark is historic and I vote that it be preserved.
As a descendant of slave holders in Liberty County I urge you to preserve this monument to the anti-racist work of Julius Rosenwald and others whose generosity enabled generations of former slaves and their descendants to receive a sound education. The National Trust for Historic Preservation has placed the Rosenwald School on it 11 Most Endangered Places list. Let's save it and find a good use for it!
Preserving the Rosenwald Schools not only provides a tangible link to our community’s and nation’s past but the buildings, which were often well- designed with plenty of natural light, can function as excellent community/school centers.
I went to Hineshaw from 1962-1969 (1st thru 7th grade)....it would be a travesty of monumental proportions to demolish that much history
I urge you to give the original Rosenwald Structure at the Hinesville Shaw Elementary School your highest consideration for preservation. This school represents local history and the early educational opportunities afforded African American children through unique partnerships that extended beyond race, religion and economics. The school, community and pride instilled in the students during this time should not be forgotten. As more buildings like this disappear from the landscape, future generations will become further distanced from the struggles ensued by people of color. They should also understand how people like Julius Rosenwald and Booker T. Washington helped raise them up. Please find a way to save this school and to continue sharing the this legacy.
I would like more information about the project and who is leading the project? I would like to get involved and support the process through my resources. Thank you!
Future Liberty County education museum and conference center.
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Friends of Hineshaw - Rosenwald Building ask for you to sign this petition urging the Liberty County School System (the “LCSS”) to take measures to protect the historical portion of the current Hineshaw Elementary campus known as the original Rosenwald Structure or Hinesville Shaw Elementary. The original Rosenwald Structure is one of 5,300 Rosenwald Schools that Julius Rosenwald, philanthropist and president of Sears Roebuck and Co., helped build for black children in 15 Southern states from 1912 to 1932. Black communities raised matching money to help build the schools. Local Hinesville community residents Alonzo Simpson, J.H. Gause and R.L. Duggan sold the site where the current Hineshaw Elementary sits to the LCSS for $100 in 1931. The local community donated $400 towards construction as well as volunteered labor and services.
Hinesville Shaw Elementary is included on the National Register of Historic Places Multiple Property Listing dated June 2009. In 2002, the National Trust for Historic Preservation placed the Rosenwald Schools on its 11 Most Endangered Places List. Friends of Hineshaw - Rosenwald Building request that the LCSS take adequate measures to protect the Rosenwald structure from the weather as well as to secure it from vandalism.
https://coastalcourier.com/news/exhibit-highlight-significance-hineshaw-school/
Please add your name to our petition. Thank you.
Updates
December 21, 2018
I have been reviewing the historical documentation regarding the original community investment into the Rosenwald structure. These records confirm the deep commitment of local residents who sacrificed to build our schools. We are continuing our efforts to contact the school system to discuss a formal preservation plan.
December 21, 2018
The growing momentum for the preservation of the Rosenwald structure is encouraging and demonstrates a clear public commitment to this history. This progress indicates that the school system must now acknowledge our collective interest in securing the site against further decay.
28 Comments
Hinesville-Shaw Rosenwald School is an important resource in African Americans' historical quest for racial equality in Liberty County, GA.
I attended Hineshaw, met childhood friends who became lifelong friends and was taught by educators who cared. The resources were limited but, the staff made due. Hineshaw made a difference in my life and many others. The landmark is historic and I vote that it be preserved.
As a descendant of slave holders in Liberty County I urge you to preserve this monument to the anti-racist work of Julius Rosenwald and others whose generosity enabled generations of former slaves and their descendants to receive a sound education. The National Trust for Historic Preservation has placed the Rosenwald School on it 11 Most Endangered Places list. Let's save it and find a good use for it!
Preserving the Rosenwald Schools not only provides a tangible link to our community’s and nation’s past but the buildings, which were often well- designed with plenty of natural light, can function as excellent community/school centers.
I went to Hineshaw from 1962-1969 (1st thru 7th grade)....it would be a travesty of monumental proportions to demolish that much history
I urge you to give the original Rosenwald Structure at the Hinesville Shaw Elementary School your highest consideration for preservation. This school represents local history and the early educational opportunities afforded African American children through unique partnerships that extended beyond race, religion and economics. The school, community and pride instilled in the students during this time should not be forgotten. As more buildings like this disappear from the landscape, future generations will become further distanced from the struggles ensued by people of color. They should also understand how people like Julius Rosenwald and Booker T. Washington helped raise them up. Please find a way to save this school and to continue sharing the this legacy.
I would like more information about the project and who is leading the project? I would like to get involved and support the process through my resources. Thank you!
Future Liberty County education museum and conference center.
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