Chestnut

Consolidated School

Chestnut Consolidated School, which was located here 1954-1970, was built under the equalization program of Gov. James F. Byrnes, intended to preserve segregation by building new schools for blacks. Named to honor Horry County educator J.T. Chestnut (1885-1967), it educated African-American students in grades 1-12.

Erected by the
Chestnut Consolidated High School
Alumni Association, 2011

North Myrtle Beach Middle School
11240 Hwy. 90, Little River, SC
GPS: 33° 51.191′ N, 78° 40.765′ W