The Athens-Limestone Community Association is preparing for the construction of phase 2 of the Trinity-Fort Henderson Complex.

1. An Insider’s Look at the
Athens-Limestone Community Association
OCTOBER 17, 2017

2. History
 ALCA was founded in 1981 and reorganized in 2007
 Our primary mission was to preserve the formerTrinity High School,
Limestone County’s only all-black high school before integration, and
Fort Henderson, the Union fort used during the American CivilWar
 Our board is composed of 11 members who are active in our
community

3. Trinity’s History
Trinity High School was opened from 1865-
1970
 It was a private school for many years and
then transitioned to a public school that was
under the direction of Limestone County
Schools
After the school closed, it was used for a few
years and then fell into a dilapidated state
ALCA then decided to repair the building to be
used for a community center

4. Trinity High School
Through the Years

5. Trinity Faculty

6. Trinity Students

7. Trinity Graduates

8. Trinity Restoration Project
ALCA saw fit to turn this building from a blight on
our community to a resource for everyone.

9. How did we do it?

10. Fundraising is Key!
We raised money at every opportunity we could:
 Car shows
 Speaking Engagements
 Grants
Individual Donations
We also partnered with many organizations:
 City of Athens
 Limestone County
 State of Alabama
 Rotary Club of Athens
 Sons of the ConfederateVeterans
 Many others!

11. The Pincham-Lincoln Center

12. What is next?

13. Fort Henderson Construction
STAGE

14. Fort Henderson Construction
STAGE

15. How can you help?

16. How can you help?
Tell people about ALCA’s projects
 Give a donation to ALCA
 Support our events and activities

17. An Insider’s Look at the
Athens-Limestone Community Association
OCTOBER 17, 2017