Berean Institute
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Don.Morfe
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This school taught Blacks skilled trades not available elsewhere. Later the curriculum was expanded to meet changing student needs
Waymark Code: WM12D33
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 05/02/2020
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Berean Institute-Founded in 1899 by Rev. Matthew Anderson, pastor of Berean Presbyterian Church and founder of Berean Savings Association, this school taught Blacks skilled trades not available elsewhere. Later the curriculum was expanded to meet changing student needs.
Marker Name: Berean Institute
County: Philadelphia
Date Dedicated: 10/17/1990
Marker Type: City
Location: 1901 W. Girard Ave., Philadelphia
Category: African American, Education, Religion
Website: [Web Link]
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