East Coulee School Museum

East Coulee was once a thriving coal mining town which had a population of over 3000 people. Now all that remains are the echoes of the past and about 200 residents.	Miner's Shack click to see full size
	The East Coulee School Museum is a doorway to an earlier time. It's historic atmosphere and creaking floors will transport you to the fascinating past of this area.
The Museum built in 1930 still uses coal to heat the building, burns an estimated 60 tons per year.	1930's classroom click to see full size	A feature of the Museum is a 1930's classroom, complete with desks, maps, blackboards and books.
Another room contains a full size Miner's house with furnishings and many other items from life in the 1930's.	Artifacts in the Miners Room click to see full size	There is a room dedicated to the miners with a reconstructed Miners Shack, tools and photos as well as many artifacts from the era.
Of interest to many visitors is the Archives room, which contains the original library, Attendance Records, magazines and hundreds of photos of the Miners, their families and cultural lives.		Hallway in the Museum click to see full size
There is a fossil collection also available for viewing.	The Museum offers tours and interpretive programs based on research of the 1930's and the peoples of this area. These programs are excellent for school groups and clubs and can accommodate all ages.
There is a fossil collection also available for viewing.	While visiting the museum you can also enjoy a coffee or lunch at the Tea Room and Cafe'. Group meals can be booked in advance.
A gift shop is also located in the museum.	Gift Shop click to see full size

East Coulee School Museum

A TOWN THAT ALMOST DISAPPEARED