PHXStockLibraryCanAHCAHDAHE (silent)

Film scenes depict life in a historical schoolhouse. The atmosphere evokes a sense of nostalgia, showcasing people in period costumes. We see glimpses of traditional teaching methods, with women instructing children, a boy pointing to a map, and students in classic attire working diligently at wooden desks. Hands leaf through books, write with quills, and perform math on chalkboards. Men converse earnestly, with one often leading or instructing. A repeated focus on flags waving outside the schoolhouse adds an air of patriotism. Intermittent close-ups showcase detailed actions like writing sheet music or turning pages. Notably, the setting extends beyond the classroom, capturing exteriors of wooden buildings, statues like that of Benjamin Franklin, and drawings of university buildings. The tone is studious, emphasizing the importance of education and craftsmanship in this bygone era. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.