Henderson Home
Fletcher H. Henderson (1857-1943), pioneer Georgia educator, built this home in 1888 and lived here until his death. Principal of nearby Howard Normal-Randolph School 1880-1942, his contributions to education won professional recognition and enriched the lives of a multitude of students. Fletcher Henderson, Jr. (1897-1952), born here, developed one of the earliest “Big Bands.” A pianist and composer, he was a pioneer in “swing” music. He was Down Beat Magazine Arranger of Year in 1938 and 1940. The Hendersons are buried near here in Greenwood Cemetery.
Marker is at the intersection of Andrew Street and Fifth Street, on the left when traveling south on Andrew Street.
Courtesy hmdb.org
