A Hidden Treasure Uncovered At An Oklahoma School Will Remind You Of A Simpler Time

It was no ordinary day back on June 5th, 2015, when renovation crews at Emerson High School in Oklahoma City discovered a hidden treasure that had been concealed for almost 100 years. Behind the whiteboards in three of the classrooms were well-preserved blackboards from 1917. The blackboards contained cursive writings, a calendar, story of the first Thanksgiving, an unusual math wheel and creative writing. Take a look at these treasured drawings that were discovered and the stories they told.

The blackboards were signed by the school janitor, R.J. Scott, in 1917, in the hopes that one day these boards would get discovered. Little did he know, his wish would come true almost a century later.

The drawings were preserved like they could have been written yesterday. The colors were still bright and bold.

This calendar was from December 1917.

This unique math wheel was also found on the blackboard.

Along with the story of the first Thanksgiving.

This cursive writing, along with all the other blackboards, were taken down and protected.

Isn't it amazing how well-preserved the drawings were? If you enjoy old treasures, make sure to check out the Oklahoma Century Chest.