Melbourne in Brevard County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
Henegar School Complex
Photographed By Jamie Cox, November 27, 2011
1. Henegar School Complex Marker
The building was soon overflowing and six "shacks" were built to care for the surplus students.
The High School building (eastern building) was completed in 1926. William Christen was the architect.
Even that was insufficient and the "primary" building (now destroyed) was erected in 1928.
The year 1921, when this complex was started, there were two street lights, three churches, few houses, no paved streets and one or two general stores in Melbourne.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Education • Entertainment. A significant historical date for this entry is May 12, 1913.
Location. Marker has been reported missing. It was located near 28° 4.702′ N, 80° 36.623′ W. Marker was in Melbourne, Florida, in Brevard County. Marker was on New Haven Avenue. The marker is best viewed from the sidewalk. Touch for map. Marker was in this post office area: Melbourne FL 32901, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this location. Tin Can Tourist Campground (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Melbourne Public Library (approx. 0.3 miles away); Myles Building
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Regarding Henegar School Complex. Now known as the Henegar Center, these buildings are named for Ruth Henegar, an early principal of Melbourne High School.
Around 1985, these building were slated for demolition. It was found too expensive to demolish them because of the extremely thick walls and foundation. They were then renovated in the late 1980s.
Additional commentary.
1. When did Ruth Henegar High School Become Ruth Henegar Elementary School?
I went to Ruth Henegar Elementary School and started in the third grade in 1964. My 4th grade teacher was Mrs. Stone. What year did Ruth Henegar change from a high school to an elementary school and does anyone have any information about Mrs. Stone?
Photographed By Jamie Cox, May 15, 2023
2. Henegar School Complex Marker Missing
Photographed By Jamie Cox, November 27, 2011
3. Henegar Building
Photographed By Jamie Cox, September 25, 2009
4. Old Melbourne High School Building
This high school building was east of the marker and east of the remaining Henegar Center building. The high school building was demolished in 2015.
Photographed By Jamie Cox, September 25, 2009
5. Melbourne High School Building Sign
Photographed By Jamie Cox, November 27, 2011
6. Henegar Center Sign
The marker is quite close to this sign. The Henegar Center is now home to the Melbourne Civic Theatre.
Credits. This page was last revised on May 19, 2023. It was originally submitted on November 28, 2011, by Jamie Cox of Melbourne, Florida. This page has been viewed 1,070 times since then and 36 times this year. Last updated on May 15, 2023, by Jamie Cox of Melbourne, Florida. Photos: 1. submitted on November 28, 2011, by Jamie Cox of Melbourne, Florida. 2. submitted on May 15, 2023, by Jamie Cox of Melbourne, Florida. 3. submitted on November 28, 2011, by Jamie Cox of Melbourne, Florida. 4, 5. submitted on May 15, 2023, by Jamie Cox of Melbourne, Florida. 6. submitted on November 28, 2011, by Jamie Cox of Melbourne, Florida. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.
