980 Chemawa RD NE Keizer, OR 97303

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History of Keizer School

Keizer School 1896, originally a one-room school, was located in what is now Keizer Schoolhouse Square. It was replaced in 1916 by a larger school building (which was behind the newer additions) and is now the Keizer Cultural Center – where the Keizer Heritage Museum and other community supporters are located.

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Keizer School 1916 with Students

Press the picture to hear voices from the “old school”

Keizer Elementary 1939-1940

Keizer Elementary 1956-1957

1916 Keizer School building move June 1996

In 1986 the “Preserve Keizer Committee” was formed to save the old 1916 Keizer School building. In 1988 the Keizer Heritage Foundation was formed. The building was moved east on Chemawa Road to its current location. As the renovation progressed items were found in the old edifice. By December 1, 1999, a museum was established to house memorabilia of the historic school and other items from the community.