FRIENDS OF THE OLD WALLVILLE SCHOOL

HUNTINGTOWN, MD

Friends of the Old Wallville School in Huntingtown, Maryland, is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and restoring the historic school building. The school, built in 1896, is the oldest standing one-room schoolhouse in Calvert County.

Friends of the Old Wallville School was founded in 2010 by local citizens wanting to preserve the school and its history. The building served as a one-room schoolhouse from 1896-1953, and then as a museum from 1986-2009.

The organization is currently working on restoring the school building and its grounds. Work includes repointing the brick, replacing rotted wood, and restoring the original windows.

Friends of the Old Wallville School also works to educate the public about the history of the school and the importance of preserving historic buildings. Through tours, lectures, and special events, the organization strives to raise awareness of the school and its history.

In addition, the organization is working to create a community space for the surrounding area. Plans include a community garden, walking trails, and a playground.

Friends of the Old Wallville School relies on volunteers and donations to keep the project moving. Volunteers help with restoration efforts and educational programs. Donations can be made to support the effort to preserve the school.

FRIENDS OF THE OLD WALLVILLE SCHOOL is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in HUNTINGTOWN MD. US MID #8402400159

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).

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FRIENDS OF THE OLD WALLVILLE SCHOOL
4701 PAUL HANCE ROAD
HUNTINGTOWN
MD
20639-9383

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