Myrtle Beach marked a meaningful milestone this weekend as the community came together to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Colored School museum — a cherished institution that preserves an important chapter of local history.
The festivities included a parade through the community and the recognition of a special honoree, according to reports from both WPDE and WBTW. Adding to the celebration, the city also unveiled a restored historical marker for the historic colored school, giving residents and visitors a renewed connection to the site’s legacy.
The Colored School museum stands as a testament to the generations of African American students who were educated there during the era of segregation, and the anniversary events drew community members eager to honor that history and the people who have worked to keep it alive.
The restored marker and the 20th anniversary celebration together signal Myrtle Beach’s ongoing commitment to preserving and sharing the stories that shaped the Grand Strand. It was a weekend of reflection, pride, and community spirit — exactly the kind of milestone that brings neighbors together.
