1860s Columbia School House
Completely restored school house with many areas of interest for tourists.
The Columbia School House brings back memories of one’s days in a one-room schoolhouse and gives others an idea of life in a one-room school.
Built during the 1860s, the Columbia School was moved to a site east of Wakely Creek. It is the goal of the Point Basse group to keep everything west of the Wakely Creek as period accurate (1840-1860) as possible. East of the Creek, modern life may make itself felt. The schoolhouse has been restored, as it was when it stood on Highway 13 and Church Avenue (Wood County). A modern bathroom addition and a handicapped ramp have been added. The basement has a modern kitchen.
When visiting the schoolhouse, you may find the teacher at her desk. She may tell you about her contract with the school district and her stated duties during the school day and after it. Maybe, instead you will learn what the school day was like, what your responsibilities were as a student or what was in the lard pail you brought your lunch to school in.