A couple weeks ago, it was 22 degrees below zero for nearly a week. On several occasions when I had to go outside, fully bundled, I thought, “How on earth did our ancestors survive the Outhouse era in this frigid weather?!” I grew up with the luxury of indoor plumbing as did my Mom and Dad, but I remember my grandparents reflecting back upon the days of having to walk to the Outhouse in the cold and snow. All I can say is, “Thank goodness for indoor plumbing!”

Relative to the history of mankind, indoors plumbing is fairly new in the majority of homes. In fact, there are still many people alive today who remember the Outhouse from personal childhood experience. The old Outhouse has become an important symbol in history. So much so, that some people strive to preserve the few that are left, build new replicas in tribute of the old, or record their history and pictures.

“The Outhouses of America Tour” is a world-famous site dedicated to the preservation and promotion of Outhouses. The site features pictures and history of over 200 old and new Outhouses submitted by Outhouse enthusiasts around the world. Take a look just to reminisce or to brag to your kids and grandchildren about “The Good Ol’ Days”.