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110th Anniversary of the PPIE (1915)

In 2025, various locations around Fremont celebrated the 110th anniversary of the PPIE. View exhibits and learn about local contributions to the infamous fair that took place in San Francisco in 1915. For more information, please visit: The Panama-Pacific International Exposition -Southern Alameda County Edition

The Independent Order of Odd Fellows

The Independent Order of Odd Fellows is a fraternal organization that was founded in 1863. Many members included prominent civic leaders. This display commemorates the 150 year anniversary of the organization.

Alameda County Water District

The first of these exhibits will focus on the Alameda County Water District (ACWD), and it will include photographs as well as the story of how the District was formed. Additionally, we will have various items on display from the ACWD.
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Four Winds Growers and the Don Dillon Family (Ended October 1, 2014)

Don Dillon established Four Winds Growers with his father in 1954. The nursery is still operated by the Dillon Family. Don was active in Fremont City politics as City Councilman and Mayor when Fremont was developing from five small towns into a city.

Democracy on Exhibit (PDF) — An article about the Museum’s “Democracy on Exhibit” which was published in the September 26, 2003 edition of the San Francisco Chronicle.

About

About the Museum of Local History
Museum of Local History Guild
Board of Directors
Research/Collections
Permanent Exhibits
Special Exhibits
Past Exhibits

 

Join & Give

Donate
Membership
Volunteer
Donations to Collections

Plan Your Visit

Passport to Adventure
General & Walking Tours
Student & Youth Tours

 

Resources

A Brief History of Washington Township
Historical Papers
Local History Sites
Community Sites
Special Projects
Tri-City Towns: Then & Now

 

Press

In the News
Newsletter
Tri-City Voice Articles
History Columns in the Tri-City Voice

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