Black History Month Open House @ Drayden African American Schoolhouse

Come visit Drayden African American Schoolhouse to explore the profound and significant contributions of African Americans in St. Mary’s County this February, in honor of Black History Month.

Discover one of the nation's best-preserved one-room African American schoolhouses, whose story represents a significant part of St. Mary's County’s African American history. Visitors are invited to learn more about the restored schoolhouse, its rich history and importance to education in St. Mary's County. Hear the real stories about how African American students learned in this school up until the mid-20th century. Staff will be on hand to answer any questions.

Also come see the U.S. Colored Troops (USCT) Medal of Honor recipient exhibits at the USCT Interpretive Center in the Lexington Manor Passive Park during a free open house for all ages in honor of Black History Month every Wednesday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in February.