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From one sacred institution to another. Yesterday we had a look at some early 1900’s churches from around the city and today I want to have a look at one of Seattle’s oldest schools, B.F. Day School. Located just off Highway 99 in Fremont, B.F. Day is Seattle’s oldest continually operating elementary school. Queen Anne High may get all of the architectural attention, but this building is all 1800’s utility. The site was a gift to the Seattle School Board from Francis and Benjamin Franklin Day valued at the time at $10,000. After opening in 1892, the school gained additions in 1901 and 1916. Since its $5 million renovation in 1991, the school continues to serve children in the Fremont area. Do we have any Vintage Seattle readers who attended B.F. Day? In any case, let’s have a look at the photos of this long-standing structure. Click on the images for high-res copies.

A circular planting bed anchored by a flagpole greets visitors to B.F. Day Elementary School in Fremont. The large floor-to-ceiling windows also draw the eye.	A view of the east and north faces of the building. The stone trim and sills contrast the red brick very well.
The front door of the building with brick archway.	Another look at those massive windows. Natural light was a necessity in 1892 when the school was built.
A closer look at the windows and brick wall.	One concrete entryway is painted with this colorful mural.
The south face of the building with stairs.	A view of the back side of the building.
Closing in on the back side of the building with concrete stairs.	A small play area around the back of the building. Just beyond are a collection of basketball courts.

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