In the aftermath of my photographic expedition at the Milton-Madison Bridge, as I traversed the winding roads of Trimble County, Kentucky, an unexpected discovery awaited me. Upon turning onto a side road, I serendipitously happened upon an antiquated schoolhouse, a vestige of a bygone era.
In the aftermath of my photographic expedition at the Milton-Madison Bridge, as I traversed the winding roads of Trimble County, Kentucky, an unexpected discovery awaited me. Upon turning onto a side road, I serendipitously happened upon an antiquated schoolhouse, a vestige of a bygone era.
Intrigued by this chance encounter, I delved into the annals of history and uncovered a photograph depicting what was once known as District Number 3 School, a structure erected in 1899. The architectural style of the schoolhouse bore a striking resemblance to and was an exact match for the Pleasant Retreat Ridge edifice, save for the absence of a bell, which may have been removed at a later juncture.
A relatively rudimentary map from the years 1921-1922, documenting the locations of the county’s schoolhouses, curiously omitted any reference to Pleasant Retreat Ridge.
These antiquated institutions of learning ultimately fell victim to the inexorable march of progress, as they were consolidated into the newly constructed Trimble County High School in 1932. It is reasonable to surmise that a companion elementary school was likely erected around the same period.
As I stood before this forgotten relic, I could not help but marvel at the profound transformations that have shaped our educational landscape over the decades, and the stories these silent sentinels hold within their weathered walls. May this unearthed gem serve as a poignant reminder of our roots and the sacrifices made by those who came before us, paving the way for the educational opportunities we enjoy today.
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