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Programs & Services

What we will offer.

A full inventory of services across all four pillars, from permanent museum exhibits to Juneteenth celebrations, from FAFSA workshops to youth fitness clinics.

Interior of the gymnasium, a large gathering space with high trussed ceilings
The Gymnasium Future Gathering Space
The First Pillar

Rosenwald Museum

A working museum inside the restored building, dedicated to preserving and interpreting Rosenwald history and the broader story of Black education in Alabama.

  • ✦Permanent Exhibits. The Rosenwald Fund, Booker T. Washington's influence, and the story of this specific school's founding and students.
  • ✦Rotating Exhibits. Black history in Alabama, oral histories from alumni and descendants, artifact-based storytelling on rural education.
  • ✦Educational Tours. Guided tours for K–12 schools, university history departments, and heritage tourism groups.
  • ✦Digital Archive. A searchable online collection of photographs, documents, interviews, and research accessible nationwide.
  • ✦Research Partnerships. Collaborations with historians and universities for ongoing documentation and scholarship.
The Third Pillar

Educational Enrichment

A comprehensive academic support program designed to close opportunity gaps for students in rural Alabama, from middle school through college admissions.

  • ✦After-School Tutoring. Homework assistance and subject-specific support, staffed by trained tutors and partner university volunteers.
  • ✦ACT & SAT Prep Workshops. Rigorous test preparation for college-bound students, offered at no cost to participants.
  • ✦FAFSA & College Application Workshops. Hands-on assistance completing financial aid forms, writing essays, and navigating applications.
  • ✦Summer Academic Camps. Themed summer programs in literacy, STEM, and the humanities.
  • ✦Scholarship Workshops. Guidance on identifying, applying for, and winning scholarships.
  • ✦Virtual Learning Lab. A technology-equipped classroom offering virtual college coursework and online tutoring access.
  • ✦HBCU & Dual Enrollment Partnerships. Formal partnerships with HBCUs and regional colleges for dual-enrollment programs.
  • ✦The Ophelia S. Hill Scholarship Fund. A named endowment funding direct scholarships for local college-bound students.
The Second Pillar

Wellness & Physical Education

Health is inseparable from opportunity. Our wellness programs fill a critical gap for the rural communities we serve, from young athletes to senior walkers.

  • ✦Community Fitness Classes. Yoga, aerobics, strength training, and functional fitness for adults of all ages.
  • ✦Youth Sports Enrichment. After-school sports clinics and physical literacy programs in partnership with regional athletic organizations.
  • ✦Senior Fitness Programming. Low-impact movement, balance, and wellness classes designed for older adults.
  • ✦Health Fairs & Screenings. Regular community health events in partnership with local providers, hospitals, and public health agencies.
  • ✦Outdoor Recreation. A dedicated walking trail, community garden, and recreational green space on the restored campus.
  • ✦Gardening & Nutrition. Hands-on nutrition education and community-supported gardening for families.
The Fourth Pillar

Civic & Cultural Events

The restored school will be a true community anchor, hosting the celebrations, debates, and gatherings that make civic life possible in a rural region.

  • ✦Juneteenth Celebration. An annual regional celebration honoring Black heritage with music, food, speakers, and programming.
  • ✦Black History Month Programming. A full calendar of lectures, films, performances, and exhibits every February.
  • ✦Community Forums & Town Halls. Open-mic civic gatherings, policy discussions, and candidate forums.
  • ✦Film Screenings & Lectures. Regular documentary screenings, author talks, and cultural performances.
  • ✦Voter Education Events. Nonpartisan registration drives, ballot education, and civic participation programs.
  • ✦Leadership Development. Workshops for emerging community leaders, youth council programming, and mentorship.
  • ✦Meeting Space. Dedicated rooms made available to local organizations, nonprofits, and civic groups.
  • ✦Emergency Response Hub. The facility will serve as an information and resource site during severe weather or regional emergencies.
Our Intention

"We intend to fill these rooms with learning again."

The Path Forward

Ambitious programs require a real plan.

See how we will restore the facility, fund the work, and launch these programs over three carefully phased years.

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