Carver High School

Carver High School is a school building from the 1920s in Phoenix with characteristic architectural details of that era. A 1,000-seat stadium was added to the site during a 1948 renovation and remains a notable feature of the grounds today.

The school was founded in 1926 as Phoenix Union Colored High School, serving as the only legally segregated high school in Phoenix. It closed in 1954 as racial segregation in education came to an end.

The building now serves as the George Washington Carver Museum, displaying the stories of the Buffalo Soldiers and the achievements of the Carver Monarchs sports teams. Visitors can explore how these teams shaped community pride and identity over the decades.

The building is located on East Grant Street in Phoenix and now houses galleries and community spaces for educational programs and historical displays. Visitors can explore the interior spaces to learn about the school's past and its connection to the local community.

In 1951, the school's basketball team faced Miami High School in a state championship contest, a game that later inspired a theater production. This athletic rivalry remains part of the school's remembered history.

Location: Arizona

GPS coordinates: 33.44056,-112.06816

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:25