Searles High School, high school in Massachusetts, United States
Searles High School is a large school building in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, constructed in 1898 and designed in the Queen Anne style. The structure features three main floors with two side annexes and was designed by architect Henry Vaughan from Boston.
The school opened in 1898 and served as the town's high school for over seven decades, with its last class graduating in 1967. After closing in 1968, the building was repurposed for other uses and was eventually listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The school was a central gathering place for generations of students and families in Great Barrington. Its name honors the Searles family, whose financial support reflected their deep ties to the community.
The building sits on Bridge Street and is easily visible from the street, making it straightforward to locate during a walk through town. Visitors can view the architectural details and historic exterior, though the structure is currently undergoing renovation.
The school published its own newspaper called The Spectator and a yearbook titled The Climbing Ivy, which documented the culture of school life. These publications reveal the range of activities including sports, music, drama, and clubs that shaped the community for generations.
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