Pearl School
(1884-1958) Evolved from a log cabin with puncheon floor and with split log benches to a modern plant with a gymnasium. Furnished its fair share of educated citizens. In early days, a one or two teacher school. First trustees were J. H. Harrison, V. C. Karnes, and Frank Roberts. In 1907, with a new building, faculty increased to three;in 1917, to four; seven-teacher high school in 1934. Since school's consolidation with Evant district (1958), this building memorable for youthful associations has become Pearl Community Center and is often visited by ex-students. (1970)
31.4079° N, 98.0280° W
Where to Find It
Pearl Community Center, FM 183, S side 0.8 mi. E of FM 1690
Nearby Markers
- 0.1 mi NE Pearl Cemetery Pearl
- 0.5 mi W Pearl Methodist Church Pearl
- 0.6 mi W Pearl Church of Christ Pearl
- 0.6 mi W Pearl Baptist Church Pearl
- 3.2 mi W Callicoatte, John Bailey Bee House
- 4.8 mi NE John Paney Bertrand Purmela