Historical Marker

Kindergarten Building

Intersection of Henry Ford Avenue (Georgia Route 144) and Timber Trail, Richmond Hill · Richmond Hill · Bryan

Georgia marker

Inscription

KINDERGARTEN BUILDING. This structure was built in 1940 by Henry Ford to serve as a kindergarten for the children of Ways Station-Richmond Hill during the Ford era. The building included a kitchen and two large classrooms to accommodate children aged three years to six. Dr. Margaret Mustin was hired by Ford to serve as the first director of the kindergarten.

The Ford Kindergarten building now serves as home to the Richmond Hill Historical Society and Museum.

Location

AddressIntersection of Henry Ford Avenue (Georgia Route 144) and Timber Trail, Richmond Hill
CityRichmond Hill
CountyBryan
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.938270, -81.303440

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