Avery College
N 40° 27.331 W 079° 59.956
17T E 584852 N 4478797
This sign along bustling East Ohio Street reminds us of things that aren't there anymore.
Waymark Code: WMYYC
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 11/18/2006
Views: 50
Marker Text:
To the south, at Nash and Avery Streets, stood Avery College. Founded in 1849 by Charles Avery (1784-1858), Methodist lay preacher, philanthropist, abolitionist, to provide a classical education for Negroes.
Marker Name: Avery College
County: Allegheny
Date Dedicated: 01/01/1968
Marker Type: City
Location: 619 Ohio St., North Side, Pittsburgh
Category: African American, Education
Website: Not listed
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