Indian Park School House Association

Indian Park School House Association In the late 1800s, a handful of families homesteaded in the mountains of western Douglas County, Colorado. The school was deeded to the school district in 1885.

IPSHA unites the community in a multitude of positive social efforts, while actively preserving the Indian Park School House, its grounds and pioneer cemetery, and the history of western Douglas County’s mountain communities. The nearest school was too far away for local children to attend, so the community banded together to solve the problem. In 1884, the community built a one-room school house

on a one acre parcel provided by William Smith. Teachers were brought in from afar and boarded at local homes. Children walked and rode horses over long distances to attend school. In the winter, many traveled by two-runner sled. Most years, the school had a dozen students of various ages, but some years attendance dwindled to a single pupil. Over the years, the school had many a name, including Brown’s School, Mountain School, Jarre Canyon School, and finally, Indian Park School. In 1959, Indian Park School House was one of the very last rural schools to close in Douglas County. In 1978, the school was listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. Today, as yesterday, the school serves as the hub of the mountain community. This neighborly knack for collaboration finds local residents dedicated to ongoing community connection and the upkeep of the school site.

06/14/2026

Thank you to all who attended our quarterly meeting.

06/10/2026

Don't forget to attend the Quarterly meeting, Friday, June 12, at 6pm at the Schoolhouse.

06/03/2026

Please plan to attend the Quarterly Meeting for the Schoolhouse: Friday, June 12, 6pm. Agenda: President's report, VP Report to include case update, Treasurer Report, Upcoming Events. Questions and Answers.

05/20/2026

The CLEANUP DAY TODAY IS CANCELLED. It is just too wet today. We will get it rescheduled. SORRYl

05/01/2026

Indian Park School House Association is planning a Highway 67 trash cleanup on May 20 at 9 AM (meet at Sprucewood) Can you please respond back whether you can come help and how many will be with you. Enlist your neighbors if you can. Thanks so much!

03/27/2026

Just a reminder, Quarterly Meeting tomorrow at 1pm at the Sprucewood Inn (Colorado). See you there!

03/23/2026

Quarterly Meeting

March 28, 2026
1pm
At The Sprucewood

Agenda
President’s Report
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Vice-President’s Report
Meeting with our Legal Counsel
Treasurer’s Report
Valentine’s Fundraiser
New Business
Upcoming Events
July 25 – Folk Festival
August 21 – Star Gazing
Needs
New light for the flagpole
Volunteers for mowing the lawn
Volunteers for Cemetery Maintenance
Any Additional Requests
Meeting closes.

All lined up for the parade today! See you there!
03/15/2026

All lined up for the parade today! See you there!

02/14/2026

It’s Valentines Day! See you tonight!!

Valentine’s Dinner is SOLD OUT! Please visit our website at www.ipsha.org and Donate Now to continue to support the In...
02/07/2026

Valentine’s Dinner is SOLD OUT! Please visit our website at www.ipsha.org and Donate Now to continue to support the Indian Park Schoolhouse! We need your support.

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Sedalia, CO

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