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Past Exhibits

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

water dispaly 2 DSC02381bThe 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.

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.

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Research/Collections

  • Washington Township 1955 or before
  • Fremont: The New City 1956 to 1976
  • Fremont: A United Nations City 1977-2006
  • Niles Memories
  • Country Club 50
  • Our Heritage

 

Permanent Exhibits

  • Map of Museum Gallery and Exhibits
  • Washington Township
  • Getting Around / Transportation
  • Boy Paleontologists
  • When I was Growing Up
  • School Days
  • Growing and Raising Food
  • Buying What You Need
  • Mission and Rancho Days
  • Home Sweet Home
  • Movies in Niles
  • Mission Shoe Store
  • Meeting Friends and Having Fun
  • Stepping Out

 

Special Exhibits

Past Exhibits

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