Historical MarkerPearl School
Pearl · Coryell County · Dedicated 1970 · THC Atlas #5099003964
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Marker Inscription
(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)
About this site
Pearl School is a historical marker in Pearl, Coryell County, dedicated in 1970. It is one of 44 historical markers documented in Coryell County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 120 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 31.4102, -98.0287 near Pearl. The nearest cataloged historic site is Pearl Cemetery (cemetery), about 0.2 miles away. Others within a short drive include Pearl Baptist Church, Pearl Church of Christ, and Pearl Methodist Church.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5099003964. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
