Community Improvement Projects:
• Acquisition
• Restoration
• Scholarships
• Marion’s Main Street Project
Acquisition, Restoration and Community Improvement
The principal purpose for which the Lincolnite’s formed includes:
the acquisition, operation, and preservation of all buildings and land, “about 10 acres more or less”, on the Campus, formerly occupied by “The Lincoln School of Marion, Alabama”, and particularly that portion of said property which includes Phillips Memorial Auditorium; The Gymnasium and The Classroom Addition Building.
The said properties and vacant land shall be preserved as a memorial to the dedicated parents, teachers, friends and alumni of the old Lincoln School; and said property shall be used but not limited to the “Lincoln School Museum”, as well as a place for educational enrichment, and civic organization meetings including a permanent place for class and family reunions of the various graduating classes of Lincoln School and the community-at-large. Collaborate with Schools, churches, other civic groups, Black Belt community Foundations, Sewing seeds of Hope —for Black history week etc.
The Lincolnite Club collaborates with Schools, churches, other civic groups, Black Belt community Foundations, Sowing seeds of Hope —for Black History and Black History week etc.
Community Improvement Project
By embracing organizations like the Alabama Historic Preservation, plus participating in causes like the Preservation Lyceum Lecture Series the Lincolnites are actively involved in the proliferation, rejuvenation, education, and development in southern black belt communities. Also, we anxiously await the Marion, AL Main Street Initiative.
Lyceum- (li-se-am), a place for public lectures, debates, classes, concerts and entertainment.
Join the Alabama Trust for Historic Preservation for the 2017 season of the Preservation Lyceum Series, a set of weekend programs for preservation-minded individuals who want to know more about, and visit, historic preservation projects in Alabama.
Gymnasium Restoration Project
The Gymnasium restoration will support many of the needs within Perry County and surrounding areas. One of the numerous complaints we receive from Marion residents and surrounding areas is the lack of facilities that will accommodate large gatherings.
The goal of the Lincolnite Club, Inc. is to rehabilitate the Gym as an accessible Multi-Purpose Community Facility for community activities:
- Shelter during inclement weather
- Housing facility for out-of-town volunteer workers
- Youth educational enrichment programs and recreational activities
- Senior citizens activities
- Facility for major community sponsored social, religious, and cultural activities and programs
- Physical fitness and performing arts classes
- Health fairs, seminars, and in-service training activities
- Career training programs and projects
- Summer youth camps
- Family gatherings
- Accommodating facility for Lincolnite and Class Reunions activities
- Center for Research and Documentation for the Civil Rights struggle in Marion and Perry County AL
Phillips Memorial Auditorium
At the heart of our mission and vision of the Lincolnite Club members is the preservation and maintenance of the property of Lincoln School as a “Black Heritage” memorial site in recognition of dedicated parents, teachers, friends, and alumni of Lincoln School; to maximize the preservation and utilization of its property, namely Phillips Memorial Auditorium.
We’ve awarded 34 scholarships since it’s inception.
Scholarship Income from 2010 though 2016 is $49,000
Total Scholarship Funds Awarded $46,000
Download the Scholarship Requirements.
RequirementsFrequently Asked Questions
Who are Lincolnites?
Originally, Lincolnites consisted of the students and teachers of Lincoln Normal School in Marion, Alabama. As others outside of those boundaries expressed an interest in the preservation of the campus and the historical legacy of Lincoln School we began to garner more participation and more extensive support base.
- Lincolnites have firm commitments to their community of origin and that Black Belt region commits to us.
- The Lincolnites have numerous volunteer opportunities.
- Lincolnites are establishing a virtual Chapter to involve the descendants of students that attended Lincoln School.
- Additionally, we encourage more young people to get involved.
- Finally, we do our best to garner close relationships with the surrounding communities.
We are proud to share the historical legacy and participate in the continued growth of this community and one day other places around the United States.
How can I become a virtual member?
To become a virtual member please download and fill out page three expressing your interest.
Application to become a virtual member.
Return the form to:
Lincolnite Club, Inc. (FS)
Post Office Box 434
Marion, Alabama 36756
Can I volunteer without being a member?
Yes, you can volunteer without being a Lincolnite member. We appreciate and try our best to accommodate all volunteers. We do our best to assign a task that will fit your personal aspirations and wheelhouse. Some volunteers can only volunteer once a year for an annual activity, others work with us year-round.
Sign up on our contact page. Share your special talents with us. You can pick from the list below or add your own.
| • Email communications | • Party planning | • Social media |
| • Event setup & arrangements | • Phone calling | • Spreading the word |
| • Fundraising | • PR | • Writing letters |
| • Meet & greet | • Proposal writing |
What are the benefits as a paying dues member?
Dues and other funding go to the upkeep of the historic grounds, Lincoln School Campus 2016-2017 Major Preservation Maintenance and Building.
Classroom Addition Building
Total Spent $48,830.23
(Maintenance and Roof and Interior-Exterior Repairs)
Phillips Memorial Auditorium
Total Spent -$8,675.00
Overall/Total Cost of the Listed Repairs – $57,505.23
Reporters: Ms. Mary Lue Essex, Reverend Richard Bryant, and Mr. Robert H. Turner, Sr.
National Scholarship 2017 Recipients
The Lincolnite Club, Inc. 2017 National Scholarship Recipients were Jonjerica Alese Lucky of Francis Marion High School, Marion, Alabama, and Kandace Perry of Lindblom Math & Science Academy, Chicago, Illinois. The value of each recipient’s scholarship award was $1,125.00.
The Lincolnite Club, Inc. greatly appreciated your support and participation in its 2017 National Scholarship Program in efforts to keep the legacy of Lincoln School alive.
Scholarship Committee Members: Mr. Linton (Charlie) Rutledge, Reverend Richard Bryant, Mrs. Gladys Moore, Mr. Thomas J. Miree, Mr. Jesse D. Perry, Mr. Amzie Griffin, and Ms. Mary Lue Essex
Personal Benefits
In the giving of one’s time, there is considerable satisfaction and personal growth.
- You will help to preserve the legacy that The Historic Lincoln School was a leader in Alabama.
- Plus a leader in much of the South in the struggle of African Americans to obtain a first-rate education and equal rights. Thanks to the steadfast support of our donors over the years, the Lincoln School Legacy is alive and well.
- Members proudly work to preserve, acknowledge, restore, educate, and build to maintain and share the rich heritage of the black belt, historic Lincoln School campus in Marion Alabama, Perry communities, and surrounding counties.
- Those members that encourage their offspring to participate in the activities see them develop communication and other skills that help these young people soar in grammar school, college and beyond.
- Our members benefit the revitalization of the communities in the “Black Belt” while maintaining the legacy of one of the first schools post civil war that was created to educate black people in the United States South.
With you by our side, we will continue to make a difference.
Interested In Volunteering With Us?