Abraham Hall, Historic African American lodge in Beltsville, United States
Description
Abraham Hall is a historic house in Beltsville constructed as a wooden three-bay structure with a brick foundation and shake roof. The building displays a gable front design, wood lap siding with corner boards, and a simple boxed cornice typical of late 1800s construction.
History
The building was established in 1889 as Rebecca Lodge #6 of the Benevolent Sons and Daughters of Abraham, a mutual aid organization. It remained an important social institution for African Americans throughout the segregation era.
Culture
It served as a meeting place where African Americans gathered for community events, religious services, and education during segregation. The space was central to how people maintained their cultural identity and mutual support in difficult times.
Practical
The visitor center is open Monday through Friday from 10 am to 4 pm. Outdoor interpretive signs are available at all times for those visiting outside regular hours.
Did you know?
This was the first African American historic site in Prince George's County to receive complete restoration using public funding in 2008. The comprehensive restoration made it a landmark example of how the county chose to honor African American heritage.
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