Pot Hollow Schoolhouse Moved to New Site in Burr Oak

Pot Hollow Schoolhouse Moved to New Site in Burr Oak

Posted: August 24, 2022

A small red house sits elevated on a new concrete foundation at a construction site.

The Pot Hollow one-room schoolhouse has successfully been moved to its new location next to the Masters Hotel in Burr Oak, Iowa—an exciting milestone in preserving and sharing local pioneer history.

The Laura Ingalls Wilder Park & Museum extends sincere thanks to Alysworth House Movers of Wadena, Iowa, for their hard work during challenging conditions. Their patience, flexibility, and expertise were invaluable throughout the preparation and move. We also thank Tollefson Construction of Mabel, Minnesota, for their work in ensuring the building was stabilized and safe for transport.

During the lifting process, it was discovered that the schoolhouse will require additional restoration work before it can open to the public. Planned improvements include installing new support beams, floor joists, and sub-flooring to ensure the building’s long-term safety and usability.

We are grateful to everyone who has contributed to this project so far. Fundraising efforts will continue through the winter months, with the next phase of work planned for spring 2023, including pouring a concrete access ramp into the building.

If you would like to support the restoration of the Pot Hollow Schoolhouse and help bring this important piece of history to life for future visitors, we invite you to donate to the museum through our website.

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