Cameron County Historical Society has its first book on the history of our "Schools" in a series of three.
School Book # 1 is on the history of Driftwood and Emporium Schools.
Hard to believe Driftwood actually had a school prior to the Civil War.
Emporium's first school was actually in the lower end of Emporium on the land that the Rite Aid building stands today around 1830.
A Good part of the books came from local historian Glenda Card's collection of photos, newspaper clippings, memorabilia and handwritten stories told by those who actually attended these schools.
Another resource was the Superintendent reports dating back to the 1860's.
By piecing together Glenda's information, Superintendent Reports dating back to the 1860's, old maps, land deeds we have been to create these books that includes many photos.
Our resources are only what is known presently. But like so much we continually uncover and find something's that can change or add to our history. We hope that this series on our schools will stir up interest that if you have something you'd like to share, please don't hesitate.
Education is so much more than a building where people go to learn.
Often times many of our pioneers were listed as "illiterate" really?
Reading and writing were not as important at that time when survival was. Nevertheless, these trailblazers were highly intelligent with an abundance of skills far superior to what many of us have today. As you review our books you will find although they endured a tough existence in our wilderness they strived for a better life for themselves their families, and hamlets while building what we have become today.
Our first book is on the schools in Driftwood and Emporium is available through the Cameron County Historical Society, Little Museum, Chamber of Commerce, and the Library for a donation of $10.
Give us a call and leave a message at 814-486-0334, e-mail: historycenter1@windstream.net or drop us a line at Cameron County Historical Society P O Box 433, Emporium, PA 15834
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