A large, three-story structure was built in 1880 and was a focal point of the community, serving as a school, town hall, and temporary church. In 1906 this building burned and was rebuilt one year later. School-age children continued to attend classes at Rugby until 1950.
Rugby School received a Charter of Incorporation from Morgan County in 1880. Information obtained from the History of Morgan County shows that Rugby Church School existed in 1890 and 1892, with 42 and 75 students, respectively.
Notice the U.S. flag and the British flag flying from the front of the school.
Guided tours begin here. Historic Rugby has restored the building and installed many exhibits which trace a century of Rugby history.
Last Updated May 15 1996