The Teacherage, Ludowici

In the early years of the 20th Century, housing was generally provided to teachers at a very low cost. Caveats for residents, though, were plentiful. Women were expected not to date, to be unmarried, and to uphold a strict moral code. The building’s use evolved over time and after teachers were allowed to date and marry, it was retained by the school system.  J. W. Jackson, who served as principal of Ludowici High School well into the 1960s, resided here and was likely among the last employees of the school system to be afforded this perk. The structure has been slightly modified by the enclosure of the second floor porch, but retains much of its original appearance. It’s now a private residence.

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