Guntersville City School
National Register of Historic Places

Guntersville City School

Guntersville, Marshall County, Alabama
Listed
November 15, 2003
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
03001135

About this property

The Old Rock School (also known as the Guntersville City School) is a historic building in Guntersville, Alabama. The one-story building was constructed in 1926 in a flat-figure 8 shape, with two courtyards in the middle. It was built in the American Craftsman style, with rock facing and exposed rafters tails. The school was born of Progressive Era philosophy of providing proper facilities for education, including modern plumbing, proper lighting and ventilation, and ample open space. An auditorium allowed for classes in drama and music, as well as public concerts and performances. After the school was replaced in the 1970s, several other groups utilized the building. Its current tenant is The Whole Backstage, a non-profit youth drama organization. A new, 337-seat auditorium was constructed in 2005. The building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2003.

Location

1120 Rayburn Ave.
Guntersville, Marshall County, Alabama
34.35109, -86.30279

Categories

EDUCATIONARCHITECTURE
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Sources

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When was Guntersville City School listed on the National Register?

Guntersville City School was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 15, 2003.

What type of historic resource is Guntersville City School?

Guntersville City School is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Guntersville City School?

The period of significance for Guntersville City School is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1926.

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