Winston-Salem in Forsyth County, North Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
The Children's Home
Photographed By Michael C. Wilcox, October 24, 2016
1. The Children's Home Marker
Opened 1909 by Western North Carolina Methodists for the care of children in need. Formerly the site of Davis School (military academy, 1890-1897).Erected 2003 by CHAa.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Education. A significant historical year for this entry is 1890.
Location. 36° 6.264′ N, 80° 15.872′ W. Marker is in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, in Forsyth County. Marker is at the intersection of Roosevelt Street and Reynolda Road on Roosevelt Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Winston Salem NC 27104, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. R. J. Reynolds High School and Auditorium (approx. ¼ mile away); Daniel Boone Trail (approx. 0.3 miles away); Silver Hill (approx. 0.4 miles away); Calvin H. Wiley School (approx. 0.4 miles away); Hotel Zinzendorf (approx. 0.6 miles away); Robert M. Hanes (approx. ¾ mile away); Robert B. Glenn (approx. 0.8 miles away); Symbol of Service (approx. 0.9 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Winston-Salem.
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Photographed By Michael C. Wilcox, October 24, 2016
2. The Children's Home Marker
Also shows sign indicating it is a Private Campus.
Photographed By Michael C. Wilcox, October 24, 2016
3. The Children's Home Marker
Includes one of several campus buildings.
Credits. This page was last revised on November 9, 2016. It was originally submitted on November 2, 2016, by Michael C. Wilcox of Winston-Salem, North Carolina. This page has been viewed 321 times since then and 61 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on November 2, 2016, by Michael C. Wilcox of Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
