History
What college was the first interracial and coeducational college in the south?
Berea College
When did bell hooks pass away?
December 15, 2021 at her home in Berea, KY at the age of 69
How many presidents has the college had?
10
What kinds of crafts does the college currently offer?
Broomcraft, weaving, ceramics, & woodcraft
How do you get to the Log House? When is it open?
Out the front door, to the right, end of the block you'll see the big cabin. Same hours as the V.C.
When and by whom was the college founded?
John G. Fee in 1855
When and where was bell hooks born?
September 25th, 1952 at Hopkinsville, KY
Who was the 9th Berea College president? When was he in office?
Lyle Roelofs 2012-2023
Can students major in crafts?
No. Making crafts is a part of the labor program
How do you get to the Artisan Village?
Out the door, take a left on Chestnut Street, go for 1 mile, big red sign on your right.
What is the Day Law?
The 1904-1954 law which segregated higher institutions
Why did bell hooks lowercase her name?
She wanted the readers to focus on the message rather than herself
William Goodell Frost 1892-1920
Why and when did ceramics start?
Began as an art department in 1902, and became a craft department in 1920. Started with a brickyard and gradually became pottery
How do you get to the Artisan Center? When is it open?
Out the front door, take a right, straight on Main Street for 2ish miles, on the left. Everyday: 9am-6pm
Why and when was the Boone Tavern created?
Opened in 1909 to house President Frost's guest
What is bell hook's birth name?
Gloria Jean Watkins
Who was the 1st Berea College president? When was he in office?
Edward Fairchild 1869-1889
Why and when did broomcraft start?
In 1920 as an indoor labor position for the winter
How do you get to the Pinnacles?
Out the front door, take a left, at the stop sign take a left, go down the road for 3 miles, and its on your left
When and why did college begin focusing on Appalachian students?
Officially in 1911, the focus became Appalachian students after the Day Law passed
What originally brought bell hooks to Berea College?
She came in as a convocation speaker in 1999 to talk about love, domination, and spirituality
Who was the 6th Berea College president? When was he in office?
Willis D. Weatherford 1967-1984
Basic ceramics care/info
Safe on the top rack of the dishwasher
oven safe if heated up with the oven
microwave safe
Initials on bottom designate the student that made the piece
What year was the town founded?
1953