The Little Red School House (LRSH) was built c1910, and was used as a K-12 school until approximately 1930 when a two story school was built. The LRSH was used by the Alachua County School System until 1975 when Newberry Elementary School was built. The new building was not ready for the beginning of the school year; therefore school began at the LRSH. On 
October 13, 1975, the teachers, children and staff carried all their books and belongings in their arms and marched down the road to the new school building. Leading the way was Mrs. Geraldine Getzen who was the principle for 18 years. She carried the flag from the flagpole.
Shortly after that, the City took ownership of the LRSH and kept it for restoration. At times the building was owned by the City, the Chamber of Commerce, the Newberry Watermelon Festival and then, back to the City. The Newberry Watermelon Festival was held at the LRSH from 1988 to 1994. The renovation 
of the LRSH took place due to the work of several civic groups, local businesses, and local citizens who worked diligently to raise funds. The Getzen family also contributed to the project. Finally, in 1999 the City received a grant and was able to complete the restoration project. In 2002 local and state dignitaries were on hand to celebrate the official opening of one of Newberry’s most treasured city landmarks. It includes a museum established by members of the Friends of the Little Red School House.
Today the LRSH is used to house offices for the City of Newberry and is on the Historic Registry. This building is a source of pride for the Newberry Community and has many visitors to the school museum.
