Ridgeley Rosenwald School

Opened in 1927 as Colored School No.1 in Election District 13, the Ridgeley Rosenwald School served the African American community of Ridgeley in central Prince George’s County. Funded by a Rosenwald Foundation grant, it was one of nearly 5,000 schools built for African American children in the South. Despite closure in 1954, it remained intact and is now one of nine remaining Rosenwald schools in Prince George’s County, showcasing original design elements after restoration.

Hours & Tours:

Open to the public on the days listed below. Tours are available during these times.

• Thursday 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
• Friday 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
• Saturday 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Admission:

• FREE

Getting Here:

• From the Capital Beltway (I-95 per 495), take exit 15B to merge onto MD-214 W Central Avenue. Turn left onto Ritchie Road. Continue 1 per 4 of a mile and turn left onto Truck Way. At the second driveway turn left into Ridgeley School.

1. An ADA ramp located on the side of the museum opposite the parking lot is available for visitors who cannot enter the museum from the front steps. Please call the museum when you arrive so a staff member can open this door. 

2. All exhibit spaces are completely wheelchair accessible.