Historical Marker

Community House

Located in front of the Carter Funeral Home at 10512 Ford Avenue (Ga. 144) in Richmond Hill · Richmond Hill · Bryan

Georgia marker

Inscription

COMMUNITY HOUSE. Outside of their expansive home on the Ogeechee River, this is the single most imposing structure built by Henry and Clara Ford during their sojourn in Richmond Hill from 1926 to 1951. Built by local labor in 1936 near the Ways Station School, the Community House served residents in the enhancement of their educational, social and cultural development.

Cooking, home economics, sewing, dancing and other activities were taught at no cost to adults and children alike. Local social activities were held here, many attended by the Fords themselves.

Location

AddressLocated in front of the Carter Funeral Home at 10512 Ford Avenue (Ga. 144) in Richmond Hill
CityRichmond Hill
CountyBryan
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.938270, -81.303440

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