Glenville School, listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Glenville School is a school building in Greenwich, Connecticut, constructed in 1921 in the Colonial Revival style. The red brick structure has a T-shaped design with a distinctive entrance featuring tall columns and decorative stonework, and it originally served students from kindergarten through fifth grade.
The building was designed in 1921 by architect James O. Betelle as part of Greenwich's school expansion to serve a growing population. In 1975 it closed as an elementary school and was converted to the Western Greenwich Civic Center, where it continues to serve the community.
The school takes its name from the Glenville neighborhood and reflects the area's growth story. Today it serves as a community gathering place where neighbors connect and local history remains visible through its preserved architecture and ongoing events.
The building is located in a quiet neighborhood with green spaces, trees, and walking paths for exploration. Visitors should note that the site today functions primarily as a community center, and midday or early afternoon offers the best time to appreciate the surroundings and any community activities that may be occurring.
The building originally included classes in sewing, cooking, and drawing alongside traditional subjects, teaching practical skills alongside academics. This broad approach to education was typical of early American schools and reflects how learning was once tied to everyday life skills.
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