Pictured here is the old Eplers 1-room schoolhouse that was built in 1847. This school was originally at another location not very far away in Bern Twp. It also was scheduled to be destroyed by a wrecking ball, until some residents fought to have it preserved for History. After many months of meetings with those who wanted to destroy it, it was picked up and moved to this location at the Berks County Heritage Center. It must have been a very delicate move as not to crack any of the structure. As shown, it is not quite done sitting on its new foundation. This was a good thing to do and that preserves History for all to see.
Just a very short walk away from the old school is the Wertz Covered Bridge that has been here for many years. It was repaired & painted to keep its original look.
A look inside the Covered Bridge. No cars are allowed to cross this. Just people walking & bicycles. What the “white” spots are for I have no knowledge.
With all the torrential rain we’ve had from that tropical storm, the old Union Canal still holds water. It’s almost like the Canal Barges could travel here again. The Mule Towpath is shown to the left.
Thanks for stopping by.
Les
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It’s so wonderful when caring people take action to have these historic structures preserved. I’m wondering if the white spots on the bridge are blazes marking a walking trail.
Thank you! It could be what you said, because there are a number of trails in the area. Didn’ think of that one!
That’s great that people managed to preserve the schoolhouse. Nice covered bridge!