Douglass High School, Historical school building in Leesburg, United States
The educational facility encompasses 9,400 square feet of brick construction with a central commons area that serves multiple functions throughout the academic year.
Constructed in 1941, this institution became the first high school for African-American students in Loudoun County, operating until desegregation in 1968.
The school bears the name of Frederick Douglass, following a request from community organizers who raised funds to establish the educational facility.
The building includes multiple classrooms on both sides of the commons area, a gymnasium added in 1960, and spaces for various educational activities.
Local African American residents purchased the 8-acre land for 4,000 dollars and transferred it to the county for one dollar to enable construction.
Location: Leesburg
GPS coordinates: 39.10953,-77.55489
Latest update: March 6, 2025 22:45
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