Near Burlington in Alamance County, North Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)

The McCray School

Photographed By Bernard Fisher, May 24, 2023

1. The McCray School Marker

Inscription. The McCray School, built in 1915-16, is a rare example of early twentieth century one-room schools for Black children in rural Alamance County. Land for the school was donated by Albert Graham (1836-1916). Construction was completed by Andrew Nash, local carpenter, with community volunteers.

A rear expansion was added in 1925. The school continued in operation until the consolidation of four rural schoolhouses in 1951, with McCray students transferring to the Pleasant Grove School. McCray School continued as a community center until an oak tree fell and destroyed the rear portion in 1981. Through the support of the community, non-profits, volunteers and the Alamance-Burlington School Board renovations were made possible and completed in 2021.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Education. A significant historical year for this entry is 1915.

Location. 36° 10.807′ N, 79° 22.798′ W. Marker is near Burlington, North Carolina, in Alamance County. Marker is on North Carolina Route 62 south of Louis Graham Road, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 4460 NC-62, Burlington NC 27217, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 4 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. A different marker also named McCray School (a few steps from this marker); a different marker also named The McCray School

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(a few steps from this marker); McCray Primitive Baptist Church (approx. half a mile away); Union Ridge Church (approx. 2.2 miles away); Pleasant Grove High School (approx. 2.9 miles away); Glencoe Mill Village (approx. 3.7 miles away); Glencoe - The School (approx. 3.7 miles away); Glencoe - The Marshall Family House Site (approx. 3.7 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Burlington.

Photographed By Bernard Fisher, May 24, 2023

2. The McCray School Marker

The McCray School image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Bernard Fisher, May 24, 2023

3. The McCray School

Credits. This page was last revised on May 26, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 26, 2023, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia. This page has been viewed 64 times since then and 20 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 26, 2023, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia.