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Building was constructed in 1923, originally founded as the West Virginia Normal and Industrial School for Colored Children. The building was closed in 1956 and was transferred to Marshall University in 1961, where it was used as college owned apartments. The apartments were later demolished in 2011.

West Virginia Colored Children's Home Sun Parlor, Near Huntington, W. Va.

Identifier:
047541
Collection Number:
A&M 2523
Title:
West Virginia Colored Children's Home Sun Parlor, Near Huntington, W. Va.
Date:
Undated
Description:
Building was constructed in 1923, originally founded as the West Virginia Normal and Industrial School for Colored Children. The building was closed in 1956 and was transferred to Marshall University in 1961, where it was used as college owned apartments. The apartments were later demolished in 2011.
Acquisition Source:
Gravely Studios
Acquisition Method:
Gift
Medium:
film negative
Projects:
West Virginia History OnView