Central Academy

The Central Academy (also known as the Old Central Academy High School) is a historic site in Palatka, Florida. Established in 1892, Central Academy became the first accredited African-American high school in Florida in 1924. It was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places on November 12, 1998, and is located at 807 N 13th St, Palatka, FL 32177

For other uses, see Central Academy (disambiguation).
Central Academy
Central Academy is located in Florida
Central Academy
Central Academy is located in the United States
Central Academy
LocationPalatka, Florida
Coordinates29°39′19″N 81°38′26″W
NRHP reference No.98001348
Added to NRHPNovember 12, 1998[1]
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The first Central Academy building was destroyed by fire in 1936. The present building replaced it in 1937. For a time it served as the school district's transportation office. The building, which the district turned over to the Palatka Housing Authority, fell into disrepair. A committee is working to raise money for its restoration.

References
  1. "National Register Information System – Central Academy (#98001348)". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service. 9 July 2010.


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