Ridgely Historical Society, Chapter Caroline County Historical Society, Ridgely, MD

In 1939, Hannah Henry was transferred to the Ridgely Elementary School in the Trinity subdivision of Ridgely. When the schools were integrated in the 60s, she was the first African American teacher assigned to the previously all white Ridgely elementary School where she taught until she retired in 1975.  On …

To receive a copy of the  2017 Souvenir Book of Ridgely’s Sesquicentennial Celebration,  contact Cathy or Rick Schwab of the  Ridgely Historical Society.  Email mscakel1@aol.com or call 410-991-8225 and leave a message. The price is $15.00 which covers the printing cost. The Book is also available at the Ridgely Pharmacy.  Limited …