National Register Listing

Calhoun School Principal's House

a.k.a. Calhoun School-Hampton Cottage

CR 33, Calhoun, AL
Local significance of the building:
Black; Education

Listed in National Register of Historic Places in 1976.

The National Register of Historic Places is the official list of the Nation’s historic places worthy of preservation. Authorized by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, the National Park Service’s National Register of Historic Places is part of a national program to coordinate and support public and private efforts to identify, evaluate, and protect America’s historic and archeological resources.

ethnic heritage black education
The city of Huntsville, Alabama played a key role in the United States space program during the Cold War. The Redstone Arsenal, located in Huntsville, was the site of the development of the first ballistic missile, and later became the center of the U.S. Army's missile and rocket programs.
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Lowndes County, Alabama, has a rich history dating back to the early 1800s. The land that is now Lowndes County was originally inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Creek and Choctaw. In 1819, the area became part of the newly formed state of Alabama.

In the early years of its history, Lowndes County was primarily an agricultural region, with cotton being the dominant crop. The county's fertile soil and favorable climate made it a prime location for cotton plantations. Slavery was also widespread during this time, with enslaved African Americans playing a crucial role in the county's economy.

The Civil War had a significant impact on Lowndes County. Many men from the county enlisted in the Confederate army, and the war brought about social and economic changes. After the war, the county experienced a period of Reconstruction, marked by efforts to rebuild infrastructure and address the challenges faced by freed slaves.

In the 20th century, Lowndes County became a focal point of the Civil Rights Movement. The county gained national attention in 1965 when a group of African American citizens initiated a voting rights march from Selma to its county seat, Hayneville. The march came to be known as the Selma to Montgomery March and played a significant role in the fight for equal voting rights for African Americans.

Today, Lowndes County continues to be a diverse community with a mix of agriculture and industry. It is home to a number of historical landmarks and attractions, including the Lowndes County Interpretive Center, which provides insight into the county's history and its role in the Civil Rights Movement.

This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Lowndes County, Alabama.

  • 1817: Lowndes County is established in the Alabama Territory.
  • 1840s: The county experiences a boom in cotton production and becomes a major agricultural center.
  • 1857: The county seat is established in the town of Hayneville.
  • 1861-1865: Lowndes County supports the Confederacy during the American Civil War.
  • 1887: The county's first public school system is established.
  • 1920s: Lowndes County is affected by the Great Depression, resulting in economic hardship for many residents.
  • 1965: Lowndes County gains national attention during the Civil Rights Movement with the Selma to Montgomery marches.
  • 2001: The city of Fort Deposit celebrates its bicentennial.
  • 2010: Lowndes County's population reaches a historic low due to outmigration and a decline in industrial activity.