0406, 2021

A Historic Anniversary

…the effect lasted for decades. There is the routine history of a city’s founding. And, there is the quirkiness that accompanied a thriving community. A Little History The early inhabitants…

Early Theaters
2207, 2022

Early Theaters

…cultural offerings. The theater spaces ranged from leased floors in a few buildings along Seneca Street to cavernous auditoriums replete with ornate decorations and state-of-the-art theater effects. Taking top billings…

ARC Inclusion Library

…ARC? Visit Them Online at http://www.thearcclarion.org/ Call 814-226-7033, Ext. 4 Email info@thearcclarion.org All Yard Games Sports Outdoor Recreation Remote Controlled Basketball Want to shoot some hoops or play a basketball…

Wharfs & Steamboats
0906, 2023

Wharfs & Steamboats

…location for river traffic. Wharfs lined both sides of the Allegheny River in Oil City and the owners enjoyed a lucrative trade. A colorful telling of Oil City’s steamboat and…

Oil Well Supply
0601, 2023

Oil Well Supply

…opened up a small supply shop, like an oil country store, on Oil City’s Elm Street. His one-man operation was a brokerage-type of deal – he would trade one oil…

Ducks and Roses
0402, 2022

Ducks and Roses

…years turned his attention to raising ducks. Brundred and his crew chose to raise and distribute Royal White Pekin ducks under the brand name of “Famous Oil City Ducklings.” Oil…

0207, 2021

Hasson Park

…just a few of the names suggested for what would become a sprawling and beautiful urban park established 125 years ago in the City of Oil City. The 48-acre tract…

Guardians of Tradition
0408, 2023

Guardians of Tradition

…names and origins, the organizations were comprised of members who met regularly, took up civic challenges, represented their interests and more. The Busy Years Most of the long-standing organizations were…