Oak Harbor Public Library History and Museum Center

10/17/2026

Photograph is of the kids costume winners for the 1955 Fall Fair. Those known are Mike Rhode, Dick Martin, Jim Robertson, Martha and Melinda Freytag.

10/15/2026

Fall Fair kiddie parade. Picture was taken in the 1950's. At the end of the parade the kids were given tickets for the fair rides. Picture was taken on the corner of Oak and Church Streets.

10/13/2026

Stop by for our latest program. A new look at the J. Weller Company and the man who founded it.

10/13/2026

Photograph is of the 1962 Fall Fair Queen candidates. Pictured is Linda Risch, Janet Schimming, Connie Sandrock, and Joan Brough.

10/10/2026

A fine dressed crowd. Picture was taken during the Fall Fair on October 2, 1947. According to the clock on the far right, it is 11pm. Notice the moon logo on the Happy Hour sign. Recognize anyone?

10/08/2026

Stop by and take advantage of the next genealogical help session.

10/08/2026

Photograph is of the very first Apple Festival parade, 1979. The whitish building behind the hanging Band Box sign in the back is the Town Hall. This year celebrates 47 years.

10/06/2026

10/06/2026

Photograph is of Sealing and Ludwig, Peoples Market. Unknown date. Notice the quarter of beef hanging in front of the store and the bicycle. The bicycle was used to deliver orders.

10/03/2026

Photograph is of the Otto Rose Meat Market c1920. Pictured is Emil Rose, Otto Rose, and Otto Sealing. Market was believed to be located at 118 N. Locust St. This building has since been torn down.