Columbia County High School, Public high school in Lake City, United States.
Columbia County High School is a school building located at 372 West Duval Street, constructed with brick masonry and featuring Italianate design elements. The structure displays traditional architectural details typical of vernacular construction from its period and reflects local building practices.
The building was constructed in 1921 as the county's primary high school, serving students until operations relocated in 1957. After that move, it transitioned to serve administrative and other educational functions for the school district.
The building served multiple educational roles in the community, moving from a primary school to administrative center as the district grew. Its continued presence on West Duval Street connects generations of residents who passed through its doors.
The building is centrally located in Lake City and accessible via West Duval Street. Visitors should keep in mind this is an active administrative facility, so access to interiors may be limited.
The building earned recognition on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in November 1993 for its architectural merit and educational history. This distinction acknowledged its importance as a landmark in the area's development.
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