Not so many years ago
Schools were black and white
Find the Dobbin landmark
Moved to its new site.
Answer: The Olde Schoolhouse
The Olde School House served as the Dobbin Elementary School for Black children and was located in Dobbin, Texas. We don't know how old the building is, but it was probably built in the 1920's. Used up to 1965 until government regulation shut it down. 30 years later in 1995, it was moved to Montgomery and restored by Bill and Candice Witzig. The Olde Schoolhouse was cut into two sections in order to be moved. More than half of the 18 large windows had to be rebuilt. Some interesting features of the building are the raised stage area and the closet-sized library.
According to story, "Dobbin" and the school were originally named "Bobbin". The railroad misspelled the town sign and "Bobbin" changed its name to "Dobbin". Former students come in and remember what it was like to go to school there. Today, it is a popular antique and gift shop owned by John "Cotton" and Bea Rouse since August of 2006. This building is an approved Texas historical site.
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While Gus was here he must of made some friends here at the Olde School House! But looks like he is again one step ahead of us!! The sweet lady inside said she would give us a riddle if we bought 1 little antique from her store, then she gave us the next riddle! Here we go to our next destination!!
