Today we’re showcasing this collection of schoolhouse inspired doodles by Linda Dolly who atteded our live performance at The Depot Theatre on July 23, 2013. This detailed illustration was created by LInda in response to the question, “What comes to mind when you think of Essex, … [Read more...] about Daily Doodle: Essex Schoolhouse Doodles
Old Brick Schoolhouse
Georgian Architecture in Essex, New York
Grown out of the Italian Renaissance in Europe and ancient Greek and Roman influences, the Georgian architectural style was developed by English architects who "emphasized classicism, order, and symmetry regardless of function" (Historic New England). Georgian architecture spread … [Read more...] about Georgian Architecture in Essex, New York
Old Brick Schoolhouse
The "Old Brick Schoolhouse" on Elm Street (1830) stands on the probable site of the first school in Essex, erected in 1787. Expanded to the north in 1837, this one-story building served as the village schoolhouse until superseded by the large frame schoolhouse of 1867 (still … [Read more...] about Old Brick Schoolhouse