Schmuhl School Open House - 1930's One Room School House

Buildings like this can get lost in the daily passing by, but this one-room schoolhouse from the 1930s has weathered the passage of time and still entertains and educates children of all ages. This episode promises takes you on a journey through the history and preservation of the Schmuel School in New Lenox. It was Henry Schmuhl's generosity in donating part of his farm for the construction of schoolhouses, and the unexpected burning of the original building in 1930. The modernized school building, opened in 1932, was the most modern around, with its electricity and chemical toilets.

Diane Wilson, who is on the Board of the Historical Society, along with the dedicated volunteers, shared some great information and history of this old treasure! They share about the school's relocation and its current role as an educational time capsule. Through their efforts, children today can experience the charm and simplicity of a 1930s school. The Historical Society also teams up with the Will County Forest Preserve to combine nature hikes and field trips with historical learning.

We also talk about the work of the New Lenox Area Historical Society and their recent acquisition of the old Methodist Church, which is set to be a museum. I am so grateful for their time and for all that this group is doing to preserve the history of New Lenox.

This episode was the first episode that was made for video, so this is the audio only version of this episode. You can find a link to the YouTube Episode by Clicking HERE.

You can find the New Lenox Area Historical Society Website HERE! 

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