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Black Academy at Mt. Olive Baptist Church

Opelousas, LA, USA

Latitude & Longitude: 30° 31' 31.6776", -92° 4' 56.2332"
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(1897-1918) In 1897, when there were few local schools for Blacks, The 7th District Baptist School was founded & housed in the original church building on this site. It was 1 of 2 private schools for area Blacks.

Last updated: 7/27/2009 15:10:00
   
     
 
Black Academy at Mt. Olive Baptist Church Historical Marker Location Map, Opelousas, Louisiana