The limestone walls of Oolitic High School were torn down on Thursday, Aug. 28, after town officials determined it was too costly to maintain and were unable to sell the building. Robert Gilliland Excavating in Bloomington did the demolition.
Oolitic High School at 231 Hoosier Ave. was built in 1936 in the classical revival style with Public Works Administration (PWA) funds. After graduating its final class in 1974, the building became the Oolitic Community Center and was home to local events and the Oolitic Haunted School.
The school’s history, particularly its gymnasium, holds a place in the community’s memory, with residents recalling the 1968 undefeated boys basketball season.
More about Oolitic High School
The school closed in 1974, graduating its final class of students. The closure coincided with the formation of Bedford North Lawerence High School.
After it closed, the building was used as:
Preserving Oolitic’s history continues
The Oolitic Alumni Group still meets to preserve the history and spirit of the school, including attendees from other Oolitic schools. To join or for more information, check out their Facebook page.
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