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Higgerson School Historic Site


Overview

Higgerson School Historic Site BuildingRestored to the one-room school that operated at Higgerson Landing in 1948, the Higgerson School is a window to the educational practices that shaped and served rural America from the early 19th century

 

Experience the typical school day of youngsters attending all eight grades in one room with one teacher. Relive the days of playing "Wolf Over and River" and “Caterpillars," a trip to the outdoor facility and crossing the fence on the stile.

 

Location

300 Main Street

New Madrid, MO  63869

Ph: (573) 748-5716

 

Not handicapped accessible.

 

Hours
Memorial Day - Labor Day

Monday – Saturday

9:00 am – 4:00 pm

 

Sunday

12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

 

Winter Hours

TBA

 

Special Events and Reservations

By appointment only for special events.  

 

New Madrid, MO
City of New Madrid, 560 Mott Street, P.O. Box 96
New Madrid, Missouri 63869, Phone: (573) 748-2866 Fax: (573) 748-5402