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Kim Schools
The Kim School buildings are a spectacular example of New Deal era craftsmanship, evident especially in the exterior masonry work. A close look at some of the sandstone window and door surrounds reveal the workers' creative touch; keen eyes will locate the forms of an eagle, a lyre, and other animals and emblems carved in the stone.
Constructed over an eight year period, the three buildings provided much needed employment through the Great Depression/Dust Bowl years and provided the first substantial school buildings in Kim. The gymnasium (1933-35), elementary school (1937), and high school (1938-41) are excellent examples of New Deal Rustic design.
425 State Street
Kim, CO 81049
Kim, CO 81049
(719) 643-5295
Hours of Operation
Check in at school office upon arrival. Summer office hours: 9am-2pm, Tues-Thurs.; School year office hours: 7:30am-5pm, Mon.-Thurs.
Directions
From US Hwy 160 E turn south onto Las Animas Ave. and drive two blocks to State St. Turn left (east); the school buildings are on the immediate left (north side of street).
Visitor Services
Parking
Designations
National Register Individual Listing
State Register of Historic Places
Travel Tips
Kim is in an isolated area and has the only gas pump available for some 30-50 miles. Be sure to fuel up before driving out.
The Kim Out Post and gas pump, 115 Las Animas Ave., are generally open for service on weekdays M-F, 7:30 am-5 pm, (719) 643-5265. Gas (diesel and unleaded) is also available by credit card at all hours and on weekends at a separate pump: Take Las Animas Ave to stop sign, turn right to pump.
The Kim Out Post includes a small cafe/grill, open until 3:45 pm weekdays.
Entrance Fees
Free
