JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Historic Stanton High School is getting some changes. Historic Stanton Inc., a 501c3 nonprofit organization, aims to restore the former high school building that sits vacant in downtown Jacksonville.
The building is a reflection of Jacksonville history as a national landmark with over 150 years of education history for the African American community.
Stanton High School opened in 1869 as the Stanton Normal School. Located at the corner of Bridge (later Broad) and Ashley Streets, it was the only school for African Americans in Jacksonville – and one of a few in Florida…