SchoolHouse History

The Old Schoolhouse Inn & Restaurant

Old 5th and 6th grade room - Now Dining Room
Main Street, Downsville, NY

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Old Schoolhouse Inn & Restaurant is a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds.
Built in 1903, at a cost of $1000.00, the Old Schoolhouse was originally a Union Free School. The school district voted to establish an academic department and classes started in the fall of 1906. In order to be admitted under the Regents of the University at least five academic students were required, a goal which was reached for the regents in June 1907. The full rank of high school was achieved in 1910.
An authentic schoolhouse, high school was taught upstairs where the banquet facilities are now; first and second grades were taught where the bar now resides; and fifth and sixth grades were held where the dining room is now. Classes were held here until 1939 when everything moved to the central school.
The big old yellow schoolhouse sat vacant for a number of years.
In 1987 Tom and Julie Markert bought the Old Schoolhouse and started a major restoration. The project included new oak floors, refinishing the windows, doors and staircase and remodeling the whole upstairs into a banquet room. The belfry that once called children to class has been restored to its original beauty. Now the restaurant's Victorian windows, polished floors, ornate furniture and mounted wildlife make your dining experience most memorable.
The Old Schoolhouse is the perfect setting for private parties, retirement dinners, luncheons, business meetings and, of course, wedding receptions-a specialty of the Old Schoolhouse.
The Old Schoolhouse offers a complete dinner menu, including appetizers, a shrimp and salad bar, beef, chicken, pork, veal and seafood entrees as well as an assortment of delicious homemade desserts.
Don't forget Sunday Brunch, available April through October, featuring a wide variety of breakfast and dinner choices.
Owners Tom and Julie Markert are looking forward to serving you and your family. Whether you're searching for an enjoyable night out or a great place to entertain family and friends, look no further than The Old Schoolhouse Inn & Restaurant, located on Main Street in historic Downsville.
We are listed in the national register of historical places. Reservations are always appreciated.

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(607) 363-7814
Proprietors: Tom & Julie Markert
Main Street, Downsville, NY