Locust School Museum

US Quarter

This school which was a functioning school until recent years is the image on the back (reverse side) of the "Iowa" US quarter ($.25).

Wonderful Visit of the Locust School House

We had a family reunion and all of us went to the visit the one room Locust Schoolhouse. I had attended large public schools when growing up, and it was fascinating to learn about how a one room scho...

A taste of local history -- the one room stone schoolhouse

My father attended this school when he was a boy and his father was a blacksmith nearby. Here is a taste of nostalgia for some of the elders and a fresh look at the "school experience" for many who gr...

Check out the outhouse

You might want to check if this is open before you stop by. It wasn't when I went. It's on a 4-way controlled intersection right next to a church. Park across the street, walk around a bit. Nice l...

Walking into a piece of "modern" history

Cool school - left like it was in 1962, but has many items from the 19th century. The school is only open for a few afternoon hours on weekends. Knowledgeable staff.