Elgin Schoolhouse State Historic Site
Elgin Schoolhouse State Historic Site Overview
Rancher James Bradshaw donated seven acres of land for the school in 1921 after Lincoln County approved funding for its construction. His son Rueben Bradshaw built the schoolhouse, which was completed in 1922. Several generations of children were educated in this one-room school, which covered grades one through eight from 1922 through 1967. The school closed in 1967 when its last student reached 8th grade.
The Elgin Schoolhouse State Historic Site features many of the school’s original furnishing and the other items are authentic to the time period.
several generations of children were educated in this one-room school, which covered grades one through eight from 1922 through 1967. In 1924, an addition to the building provided a small apartment for a teacher, since there was no housing available in the tiny community. After that, finding a teacher was never a problem, since they were well paid and housing was provided. The Elgin Schoolhouse State Historic Site features many of the school’s original items. The rest are authentic to the time period.
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Ken Lund from Reno, Nevada, USA
Address
- 775-726-3564
- krsp@parks.nv.gov
- P.O. Box 985 Caliente, NV 89008
How to Get to Elgin School House State Historic Site
Elgin School House State Historic Site is located in Rainbow Canyon, which is located directly south of Caliente.
From Caliente, watch for signs pointing south on NV-317 to both Kershaw-Ryan and Elgin, which are both located within Rainbow Canyon. Follow NV-317 through an amazingly scenic canyon drive for about 20 miles, and watch for a sign prompting a left turn to Elgin. Cross the railroad tracks, and park anywhere outside the gate.
Hours Open
Tours of the Schoolhouse are available on the first Saturday of every month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. or by appointment.
Fees
Museum admission: $1.00* (children 12 and under are free)
Contact Kershaw Ryan State Park for tours.
*$2 discount does not apply.
Dog-Friendly
Pets are welcome, but they must be kept on a leash of not more than six feet in length, outside the schoolhouse.
Accessibility
Those with developmental and/or physical limitations are invited to enjoy all of the recreational activities of Nevada State Parks. If you would like to request additional support or accommodations, please call the Nevada State Parks division office.
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