St. Ann’s Pioneer Schoolhouse
[English]
St. Ann’s schoolhouse was purchased by Bishop Demers for the four sisters of the order of St. Ann who came from Quebec in June, 1858, to teach in Victoria. It is believed to be the oldest building in Victoria which is still in use, possibly built between 1843 and 1853. It was moved to its present site from the grounds of St. Ann’s Academy in 1974.
[French]
Anncienne Ecole Sainte-Anne
En juin, 1858 l’Ecole Sainte-Anne a été achetée par Mgr. Demers pour les quatre religieuses arrivées du Québec pour enseigner à Victoria. Construite entre les années 1843 and 1853 cette école a été transportée de l’Académie Staite-Anne à cet endroit-ci en 1974. On croit que l’Ecole est l’édifice le plus ancien de notre ville encore ouverte au publique.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. A significant historical month for this entry is June 1858.
Location. 48° 25.16′ N, 123° 22.021′ W. Marker is in Victoria, British Columbia, in Capital. It is in James Bay. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Douglas Street and Belleville Street. St. Ann's Pioneer School is located in Thunderbird Park, near the Royal British Columbia Museum. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Victoria BC V8V 2P8, Canada. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Sisters of St. Ann (a few steps from this marker); St. Ann’s Schoolhouse
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