 Karlsborg School
The Karlsborg School is an actual Burnett County Swedish one-room schoolhouse built in 1887. Located in Lincoln Township, it was attended by children near the Grantsburg area.
The December 1902 "Journal of Burnett County" reported that there were "about fifty schoolhouses in Burnett County" and assured area residents of fine schools:
For a new country (sic) Burnett County is well supplied with schools and the teachers are as a rule thoroughly competent.
No one need feel that in moving to Burnett (County) they are condemning their children to a life of ignorance
for educational matters are well looked after.
The Historical Society undertook the task of renovating Karlsborg School and returned it to its Swedish log construction. A desk and chair originally from Karlsborg School were generously contributed by local residents, Tom and Mona Johnson, to begin the classroom's re-creation. The Historical Society continues its efforts to place early 19th century classroom furnishings within the classroom and a series of informative Karlsborg School exhibits will soon be in place!
Teachers are encouraged to plan School Field Trips to allow students to view this outstanding example of an early Wisconsin one-room schoolhouse. 
During Forts Folle Avoine's December event, Christmas at the Fort, Santa Claus and his wife greet families in the schoolhouse and a photographer is available for keepsake photos. In addition, a mailbox for Santa is ready to receive any written requests. A variety of lovely Christmas decorations contributes to the festive beginning of the holiday season!
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