The second schoolhouse in Elmhurst, circa 1857 - 1888, was located on Church Street between York Street and Cottage Hill Avenue. Later the building was moved to 154 Schiller Street and served as a private home. This image was taken at the Schiller Street location.
Photograph Details
Type of Photograph
Black and White Print
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Earl Strand (American)
Role
Photographer
Date made
Nov 1940
Time Period
1940s
Inscription/Signature/Marks
Notes
Caption taped to the back: SECOND ELMHURST SCHOOL - 2-ROOM SCHOOL HOUSE ON Church. (This photo taken in 1940 after building was moved to Schiller) Written on back: #20 Brandt Fiebrant / 154 Schiller / Elmhurst - Schools / November 1940 / was the first 2-room school house in Elmhurst-1857 / Originally on Church Street (St. Peter's property) / by E.L. Strand / see file for info. Stamped on back: Elmhurst Public Library, Elmhurst, IL
