Forrest Reconnoitered, Madisonville, KY 42431, US

Located in Madisonville, Kentucky, Rosenwald High School holds a significant place in the city's history as the first high school for black students. Established by Professor C. L. Timberlake in 1932 and funded by the Rosenwald Foundation, the school operated until 1966. Notably, the basketball team from Rosenwald High School won the National Negro tournament in 1936. Professor C. L. Timberlake, a dedicated educator, worked tirelessly to improve educational opportunities for black students and was recognized for his outstanding achievements in education. Erected in 2012, this historical marker serves as a reminder of the school's impact on the community and the contributions of Professor Timberlake. The former Rosenwald High School building now houses the Rosenwald-Smith Multicultural Organization. Professor C. L. Timberlake's legacy lives on in Madisonville, as he not only established the first high school for black students but also wrote the first position paper published by a black Kentucky educator in 1914. His dedication to education was further recognized when he became the first black educator on the Kentucky Textbook Commission in 1950. Today, the historical marker and the Rosenwald-Smith Multicultural Organization stand as testaments to the importance of education and the pursuit of equal opportunities for all.Generated from the website