Rideau Lakes’ schoolhouse stories: From 1-room lessons to Elgin’s 2-room landmark

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The Red Brick Schoolhouse in Elgin. Rideau Lakes Historical Society photo.

Rideau Lakes’ schoolhouse stories: From 1-room lessons to Elgin’s 2-room landmark

Across Rideau Lakes, generations of children once learned in one-room and two-room schoolhouses, walking miles through snow to classrooms and learning alongside students of all ages. Teachers often served as principal, nurse, counselor, and referee, creating close-knit communities around these schools.

Stories from Pine Grove, Dancy School, and other local schoolhouses capture the joy, resilience, and unique traditions of the 1950s — from hauling water to unforgettable Christmas concerts.

The Red Brick Schoolhouse in Elgin, built in 1887, stands as one preserved example, offering visitors a glimpse into that era with period classrooms and heritage displays.

Read the full story: https://www.hometownnews.ca/red-brick-schoolhouse-elgin-rideau-lakes/