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Attucks Elementary School (Clayton)
7712 Bonhomme Avenue
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Attucks School was inaugurated in 1923 at the intersection of Hanley Road and Bonhomme Avenue in Clayton, Missouri. It was the city's second school dedicated to African American students, following the original Forsyth School. The institution provided education from kindergarten through eighth grade. In the 1950s, as part of urban renewal initiatives, the school was closed, and the building was demolished. To honor its historical significance, a marker has been placed at the original location, serving as a testament to the community's educational heritage.
SOURCE: The historical information presented on this page is adapted with permission from Discovering African American St. Louis: A Guide to Historic Sites by Dr. John A. Wright, Sr. We are honored to share his invaluable research and historical insights, made available through the generous consent of Dr. Wright and the Missouri Historical Society Press. Their dedication to preserving and celebrating the rich legacy of Black St. Louis is a gift to our community—a testament to those who came before us and a guide for those who walk the path forward.
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