Chamnesstown School
by Wanda Brandon
Title
Chamnesstown School
Artist
Wanda Brandon
Medium
Photograph
Description
Jonathan S.. Chamness donated the land for this Chamnesstown one-room school
that was built in 1860. The original school had a wood stove and log seats.
The school was rebuilt twice, moved and then abandoned when the government
bought the land. The old school is located near Crab Orchard Lake on Refuge Road.
The storm cellar was constructed in the 20s after a devastating tornado.
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January 3rd, 2012
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Comments (9)
Will Borden
A very interesting structure and description, Wanda!!! F&V! What a shame it was torn down!
Wanda Brandon replied:
Will, thanks for your kind remarks and fave and vote. I concur: it was a shame to tear it down.
Wanda Brandon
Thanks for the feature in Illinois Nature, Bruce. I learned recently that the old school had been torn down. My heart was broken.
Ivelina Aasen
I wish we can go back in time... Lovely image Wanda! Thanks for sharing.
Wanda Brandon replied:
I would be exciting to set in on school for a day in this icon from the past. Thanks, Ivelina, for stopping by.
Bob Orsillo
Wanda this is a fascinating historical photograph. Amazing how much everything has change is a short time. Thanks for the description. v/f
Wanda Brandon replied:
Thanks so much, Bob. I am going to try to get photos inside and search for other such schools in my area.
Yumi Johnson
It is so hard find one room school house anymore any whare, this is nice! I love it, Wanda.
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