The Friends of Gillespie County Country Schools are former students and members of the community, interested in preserving the traditions of the schools, the community clubs, and the history of Gillespie County for future generations.

These schools were places for learning and centers of communities which no longer exist, but today continue the traditions of schools in rural areas, serving as centers for the surrounding residents and community. They are available to the public for private functions, weddings, and other social activities. For information, please contact us at: Friends of Gillespie County Country Schools, P.O. Box 55, Fredericksburg, Texas 78624, or call 830-685-3321.

Today, several properties are in need of preservation. The Friends of Gillespie County Country Schools have taken on the responsibility of preserving and ensuring that these former schools will be the future parks for the residents of the county. We have a number of fundraisers throughout the year, including our annual Open House the first weekend in April. Several of the schools will be open to the public. Donations are always appreciated and are tax deductible.

Visit our exhibit in the Exhibition Hall during the Gillespie County Fair held each August. Support our annual Bake Sale held each December. For more information on our open houses and events, visit our Events page.

On April 4, 2009, The Friends of Gillespie County Country Schools dedicated a historic marker commemorating the rich public school history in Gillespie County in a short ceremony. Read more....

Don't forget the Gillespie County Country Schools Trail, open all year. Pick up a map at the Fredericksburg Visitor's Center and visit the White Oak School at the Pioneer Museum, open daily.