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Thurs Oct 16-- 150th Civil War Reenactment of The United States 44th Colored Infantry at the Emery Center- Cast was amazing!! - It was a lovely night-- Also in the morning they presented the re-enactment at Morris School --- Proud of our history!

REMINDER!!:
This Thursday, Oct 16th the Emery Center is hosting the Re-enactment of The Fort Hill Surrender. Mr. Rivers will be play the part of Hubbard Pryor, a Soldier who served with the 44th Colored Infantry and fought in this area. The Emery Center's collection includes information and pictures of the 44th and is on display in the "Slavery to Civil War" room. The initial Re-enactment starts at 11am at Morris Innovative H.S. and the second performance will be held that afternoon at the Center Auditorium at 6pm.

This Thursday Oct 13- 6pm
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◾150th Civil War Reenactment of The United States 44th Colored Infantry at the Emery Center-
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2- Did you know that....
--Emery Street School was Dalton's first public school.---

Did you know that....
--The Emery Center was the only school in Dalton that blacks could attend from its opening in 1886 until 1967, when it closed after integration???--

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Long awaited renovations began on July 29th at the Center! Thanks to our wonderful Donors and Supporters, new Heating/AC Units were installed and a new roof will be installed.

Emery's Marketing Committee members talking about the importance of learning about the past so we can prevent injustices to be repeated... with Dionna Reynolds, Dr. Joshua Pfiester, Dr. Rene Antrop, America Gruner

Sep. 21- Today we had a panel with some of our PR Commitee presenting "The Emery Center, past, present and future." during the Whitfield-Murray Historical Society's monthly meeting. It was an honor to host these distinguished individuals.

Upcoming Black History Events sponsored by The Emery Center:

• February 16th, 2013-(2pm-5pm) ($5 donation) "Underground Railroad Quilt Exhibit & Presentation" -Vigelia Meek discusses the Underground Railroad and the various codes and meanings of the quilt patchwork.
• February 23rd, 2013-(7pm-10pm) ($10-tickets will be sold) "Jazz & Poetry Night"-Enjoy the sounds of Classic and Contemporary Jazz. We will also have Spoken Poetry by Area Artist! Coffees and Teas will be served along with Appetizers.
*Both Events will be held at the Emery Center Auditorium. February 16th event donations will be taken at the door. February 23rd tickets will be sold by Board Members.

For more information, please call The Emery Center at 706-277-7763.

The Emery Center, formerly Emery Street School is located in Dalton, Georgia. Our mission is, “to promote an awareness of African American culture and heritage while fostering an atmosphere of trust, integrity, and respect for all cultures.”
The school was initially constructed in 1886 to address the educational needs of African American children in Dalton and surrounding areas. From 1937-1968 grade levels at Emery Street School ranged from K-12. In 1968, the school was integrated into the Dalton Public School System. Years later, Emery Street School became City Park Middle School. In 1999, the city of Dalton decided to demolish City Park School; however, concerned African American Citizens fought against this order and presented a resolution to the Mayor of Dalton and the City Council. Their request was granted and it was decided that Emery Street School would be preserved. In June 2001, the Emery Street Preservation Committee began working on what is now the Emery Center. Today, the Center serves as an African American Heritage and Multicultural Center. http://www.emerycenter.org/our-history/

Our History The Emery Center, formerly Emery Street School is located in Dalton, Georgia. Our mission is, “to promote an awareness of African American culture and heritage while fostering an atmosphere of trust, integrity, and respect for all cultures.” The school was initially constructed in 1886 to address th...

Welcome to The Emery Center: http://www.emerycenter.org

Emery Center An African American Heritage Cultural Center