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Henry Temple McDonald Memorial

Granite upright rectangular monument, oriented vertically, with bronze plaque on front
Henry Temple McDonald Memorial

NPS/ Claire Hassler

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Memorial for Storer College president Henry T. McDonald. McDonald was not only the longest-serving president of Storer College, but also served as mayor of Harpers Ferry, became a prominent local historian, and promoted the establishment of Harpers Ferry National Monument (now National Historical Park). 

McDonald was selected as Storer College president in 1899 and led the school for the next 45 years, seeing the college through its greatest period of growth.

 

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

Last updated: January 10, 2023