A STORY SHARED ACROSS GENERATIONS
Our history, still unfolding
Built by neighbors. Kept alive by the people who gather here.
FROM FARM FAMILIES TO A COMMUNITY HOME
Deep roots.
Open doors.
The Grange began as a way for agricultural families to connect, learn, and advocate together. Its story grew into a nationwide tradition of community service and local gathering places.
Fairfax Grange No. 570 was established in Bakersfield in 1934. Our hall, built in 1940, remains a place for neighbors to celebrate, dance, and build connections.
- 1867
The National Grange begins
Founded December 4 in Washington, D.C., as the Order of Patrons of Husbandry.
- 1873
The California State Grange
Organized July 15 in Napa, California.
- 1934
Fairfax Grange is established
A new chapter begins for our Bakersfield community.
- 1940
Our community builds a hall
The gathering place we continue to care for today.
Every chapter has its people.
Explore the original Fairfax Grange history series, with stories and archival photographs from our community’s past.
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