Washington School

Parochial School Name
Washington School
County
Madison County
When Built
Before 1875
When Closed
Between 1943 and 1966
Construction Materials
Limestone
Current Use
Abandoned

This Douglas Township school was built of stone, much like its famed and well-preserved sibling, the North River School. However, the Washington School fell into a state of ruin over the years. As of 2024, only the bottom half of the building remains.

Photo credit: UNI Museum Staff, summer 2024.