Phenix City in Russell County, Alabama — The American South (East South Central)
Susie E. Allen Elementary School
Photographed By Tim Fillmon, May 13, 2021
1. Susie E. Allen Elementary School Marker
Inscription.
Susie E. Allen Elementary School. . In 1953 the Phenix City Elementary School for Negroes was constructed during the tenure of L.P. Stough, Phenix City School Superintendent. It was built to accommodate 488 students with 13 classrooms, a multi-purpose room, clinic, library, cafeteria and storage rooms. Miss Susie E. Allen served as principal of the school from 1934 until her death on August 3, 1961. On December 7, 1961 the Phenix City Board of Education voted to change the name to Susie E. Allen Elementary School. A dedication service was held at the school on November 11, 1962 to honor Miss Allen for her outstanding service to the community, nearby cities and the State of Alabama.
In 1953 the Phenix City Elementary School for Negroes was constructed during the tenure of L.P. Stough, Phenix City School Superintendent. It was built to accommodate 488 students with 13 classrooms, a multi-purpose room, clinic, library, cafeteria and storage rooms. Miss Susie E. Allen served as principal of the school from 1934 until her death on August 3, 1961. On December 7, 1961 the Phenix City Board of Education voted to change the name to Susie E. Allen Elementary School. A dedication service was held at the school on November 11, 1962 to honor Miss Allen for her outstanding service to the community, nearby cities and the State of Alabama.
Erected 1998 by The Historic Chattahoochee Commission and the Russell County African American Historical Preservation Society, Inc.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Education. A significant historical date for this entry is December 7, 1961.
Location. 32° 28.504′ N, 85° 0.481′ W. Marker is in Phenix City, Alabama, in Russell County. Marker is on 11th Avenue just north of 15th Street, on the right when traveling north. The school was demolished and the Susie E. Allen Health Center is now in its place. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1502 11th Avenue, Phenix City AL 36867, United States of America. Touch for directions.
2. Susie E. Allen Elementary School Marker looking south on 11th Ave N
Photographed By Tim Fillmon, May 13, 2021
3. Susie E. Allen Elementary School Marker and the Susie E. Allen Health Center
Credits. This page was last revised on May 18, 2021. It was originally submitted on May 18, 2021, by Tim Fillmon of Webster, Florida. This page has been viewed 317 times since then and 55 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on May 18, 2021, by Tim Fillmon of Webster, Florida.
