exhibits

Temporary Exhibit Gallery

Watering the Desert: Oliver’s Transformation from Dry Land to Farmland

Discover the story behind Oliver’s orchards and vineyards and how water found its way to the desert

Learn about the construction of the Canal Irrigation Project, the emergence and growth of agriculture and more

Permanent Exhibit Gallery

Deep Roots explores Oliver’s mining past, natural history, Oliver’s community

and culture, First Nations, and more

Historic Fairview Jail — PErmanent Exhibit

Discover the stories of former mining towns Fairview and Camp McKinney

Community Outreach Exhibits

The ODHS Curator develops mini community exhibits throughout the year to make Oliver’s stories and heritage more accessible. We’ve had exhibits about sports and leisure, women and Remembrance Day, pictured below left to right. Stay tuned for upcoming exhibits!

Thank you to Oliver Parks and Recreation for letting us use their space as well as the Venables Theatre in the past.

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