The Cable School

Located on Elon University’s campus, the Cable School is a restored 1850s schoolhouse that was part of the first public school system in North Carolina, known as the Common Schools. The Cable School was part of District 21 and was in operation from the 1850s – 1870s.

Acquisition, restoration, and dedication

• E-net post: University to preserve historic schoolhouse
• E-net post: Historic Cable School opens for future generations
• WFFD: Elon Completes Restoration of Two-Room Schoolhouse

History

• The Literary Fund, the Education Act, and the Growth of Common Schools
• Research on Alamance County Common Schools

Elon teacher candidates’ involvement

• E-net post: Teacher candidates research the Cable School

To schedule a tour of the Cable School or for more information on teaching about the Cable School in your K-12 classroom, please contact Lesley Henry, Director of Education Outreach at lhenry7@elon.edu or at 336-278-5861