Black History Museum The Elmore County Black History Museum is housed in the remaining structure of the former Elmore County Training School which was built in 1925.  The portion of the school that remains is located at 200 Lancaster Street (across from Goodman's Funeral Home) in Wetumpka, Alabama and houses history of the Black communities in Elmore County. Built for Black students in the days of segregation, the school was abandoned in the 60's when the Board of Education transferred students to other schools under a decree to integrate educational facilities. The creation of the museum was the result of efforts by former Mayor, the late Jeanette Barrett and Black community leaders.  The facility allows visitors to examine the collective ingenuity, creativity, cultural, and political expressions of Elmore County's Black community.  The museum's permanent collections focus on the histories of Elmore County families, their communities, schools and churches.  Also on display is a mirror owned by Joe Louis, a famous boxer from Alabama. For hours of operation and tour information contact: Gwen Turner (334)567-5147