Rosenwald Schools, Black Workers,
and the Making of America
February 8th | 10am-4pm

Discover hidden stories of strength and innovation,
and grasp the enduring impact of Black education and
labor on our nation. On February 8th, celebrate the
vital contributions of African Americans at “Rosenwald

Schools, Black Workers, and the Making of America,”
where we delve into the fascinating achievements of
Booker T. Washington and Julius Rosenwald and the
impact Rosenwald Schools had on African Americans’
education and vocational training during the era of
“Separate but Equal.”

Learn about some of the trades that contributed to
the building of America while viewing demonstrations
such as blacksmithing, basket weaving, dress making
and woodworking. Try your hand at tin punching and
learning to write with a nib pen and ink like students in the early 1900’s. Explore the exhibit, “History Lives On: Preserving Alabama’s Rosenwald Schools,” at the Mansion to learn more about Rosenwald Schools, their impact and their preservation.

This event is included in admission price, free to
Burritt members.