A handsome landmark of days gone by near Pierson, Manitoba...a school, community centre and church, as well as a place for Sunday school picnics and community dances.
"Eunola School
"1898 - 1962
"The original school, 18 ft. by 28 ft., was built on S.W. 7-4-28 at a cost of five hundred and eight dollars. In 1900 it was moved to S.W. 2-4-29 and moved again in 1918 to S.E. 11-4-29. Fire demolished this building on April 16, 1937."That fall, a new, more modern school was built and used for educational and social functions. It went under a municipal board in 1956 and closed in 1962. Forty-two teachers taught the many children of the area."We dedicate this cairn, in loving memory, to the pioneers of the district, the trustees, parents. teachers, pupils and all who helped in any way over the years."
Thanks to the Turtle Mountain - Souris Plains Heritage Association.
Photographed on August 16, 2022.
I used to have cousins who lived in Pierson many years ago. After that school would have been decommissioned.
ReplyDeleteNice to have connections to these historic places. Thanks Debra.
DeleteThe school looks remarkably well kept. Hard to believe that the furniture inside remains in one piece.
ReplyDeleteI'm sure there are a dedicated few who keep the school looking good. Kudos to them!
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