The Root Schoolhouse:
A Community Space
Our vision is to provide a unique venue for our community to enjoy educational, social and cultural gatherings, in a building that has a special place in the history of Norwich, Vermont.
Step into history! The Root District Schoolhouse, built in 1937, has been a vital community hub for decades and is newly restored and open for the community to use, connect, and enjoy.
Thanks for a great season!
The Schoolhouse will re-open in May 2026
Rent the Schoolhouse!
Our quaint one-room schoolhouse overlooking the beautiful fields of Hogwash Farm is ideal for classes, meetings, performances, children’s activities, and more!
Photos from previous Schoolhouse events
Finding us
Root Schoolhouse is located at 987 Union Village Road, north of the intersection of Union Village Road and Goodrich Four Corners Road in Norwich, VT.
Root Schoolhouse by the Numbers:
Thank you for your support!
$163 K
Donated
180
Donors
11
Grants
45
Volunteers
We would like to thank our local contractors and artisans who generously donated their time at reduced rates or as an in-kind donation: Graham Webster of Webster and Donovan, Paul Derkson of Turning Leaf, and Blake Spencer of Spencer Associates, Rye Keller for the iron railings on the front steps, Jeff Wilmot for the inside painting and John Vincent former board member and retired engineer instrumental as a project manager during the foundation replacement phase.
Donate
If you would like to make a tax-deductible donation, please see our donation information. Thank you for your support.
Some folks ask about our name.
The Root District Game Club bought the building from the town for $5.00 in 1952.
This continues to be our legal name.
Root District Game Club
A 501(c)(3) Not for Profit
PO Box 42, Norwich, VT 05055
vtrootschoolhouse@gmail.com
Root Schoolhouse 