W. E. B. DuBois School

The W. E. B. DuBois School is a school building in Wake Forest, North Carolina, designed in the Colonial Revival style with brick construction and symmetrical proportions. The campus includes a main structure alongside a high school building and an agriculture workshop built during different periods of development.

The school building was constructed in 1926 and served Black students during the period of legal segregation in the United States. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1993, recognizing its historical importance.

The school bears the name of W. E. B. Du Bois, a scholar and civil rights advocate who fought for educational opportunity for Black Americans. Today the site honors this legacy and the ongoing importance of equal access to learning.

The location is on Franklin Street and is now operated as a community center by the alumni association. Visitors should check in advance which areas are open and when access is available.

The building was converted into a community center by the alumni association in the 1990s, preserving its legacy while serving new purposes. This transformation shows how the community keeps the historic site active for present-day generations.

Location: North Carolina

Architectural style: Colonial Revival architecture

GPS coordinates: 35.98500,-78.50110

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:08