Bedford Village PA Pennsylvania Eight Square School Chrome Postcard Fred Miller

This vintage postcard features the historic Eight-Square School located in Old Bedford Village, Bedford, Pennsylvania. Built by a Quaker in 1851, this unique octagonal schoolhouse was used as a public school until 1932. The distinctive design, intended to allow maximum lighting and to keep the Devil from catching children, makes this a fascinating architectural and cultural landmark. The image captures the school in bright color photography by Fred Miller, showcasing the quaint white wooden structure with its shingled roof and charming porch.

Published by Town Crier Publishers of Williamsburg, Virginia, this original color photo postcard is a wonderful collectible for those interested in American historic schools, Pennsylvania landmarks, or vintage architecture. The card is a standard size (5.5 x 3.5 inches) and includes descriptive text on the back explaining the significance and legend of the eight-cornered schoolroom. A perfect piece for postcard collectors and history enthusiasts alike.

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