| Mt. Angel Contributor(s): Graham, Sandra (Author), Anderson, Bonita (Author) |
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ISBN: 0738593338 ISBN-13: 9780738593333 Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC) OUR PRICE: $22.49 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: August 2012 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | United States - State & Local - Pacific Northwest (or, Wa) |
| LCCN: 2012934127 |
| Series: Images of America (Arcadia Publishing) |
| Physical Information: 0.3" H x 6.4" W x 9.1" (0.65 lbs) 128 pages |
| Themes: - Geographic Orientation - Oregon - Cultural Region - Pacific Northwest - Cultural Region - Western U.S. |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The central portion of Oregon s Willamette Valley is home to present-day Mt. Angel. The history of this charismatic town bursts with a sense of community. The town has always maintained a strong set of values that supports its residents in educational, financial, and leisure activities. In the early 1900s, even though it was a small, rural town, the residents of Mt. Angel were able to finance the construction of churches, schools, and businesses. They were also able to lobby for a railroad line to provide transportation for people and crops. The lively community has earned a reputation throughout the state for its festivals and German heritage. Oktoberfest, a yearly celebration since 1966, includes traditional dances, music, food, beer, and activities for all ages. The festival attracts over 300,000 visitors each year and is considered by many to be the largest festival in Oregon." |
Contributor Bio(s): Graham, Sandra: - Sandra Graham, a local librarian, writes to preserve the stories of those past and present in the Pacific Northwest. Bonita Anderson is a writer and publisher fascinated with people and their stories. Many photographs for this book were provided by the Mt. Angel Historical Society, the Queen of Angels Priory, Mt. Angel Abbey, and Trinity Lutheran Church. |