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A Brief History of the Kripplebush Schoolhouse
1857
School established
1951
School closed because of consolidation
1963
Museum opened
1995
Museum closed because repairs are needed
April 1998
Open House to determine the extent of interest in preserving the museum. Responses were
positive and encouraging.
June 1998
Proceeds from a garden tour sponsored by two local realtors donated to aid the museum.
February 1999
The Provisional Charter was received from the NY State Education Department
July 1999
Nineteen former students & others gathered on the school house grounds to
reminisce & identify old photos for future display.
August 1999
Ownership of the museum and adjoining lodge hall transferred from the
Kripplebush-Lyonsville Fire Company to the Museum Trustees.
Spring 2000
Campaign to raise funds begins
Summer 2000
Repair work begins on the schoolhouse
- Events - A Brief
History - Former Students - Board of
Trustees -
- Membership - Names of
Contributors(so far) -
- Schoolhouse Gifts - Volunteer -
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