The first school was built in 1900 and was located
on the southwest corner of Baseline and Cooper Roads. In 1909 the school
district moved the school to the northeast corner of Guadalupe and Cooper
Roads. When the elementary school (nicknamed the "Alamo") was built at the southwest corner of
Elliot and Gilbert Roads in 1913. The districts name changed
from Highland to Gilbert School District. The Alamo is now the
home of the Gilbert Historical Museum.
In 1911 a creamery opened and often times students would
hitch a ride to school on a farm wagon that was
headed to the creamery.
Many artifacts (including old class photos) from early
Gilbert Schools are preserved in the School Room at the Museum.
Children can experience school life in
our recreation of an old-style Gilbert classroom, and for some
adults, it may stir memories and experiences from their youth.
Whether you are a Gilbert native or a recent
transplant, this is a must-see exhibit.
