Submitted by SocialSyphilis t3_1039iw4 in Washington
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_brudy t1_j2xrki0 wrote
I feel dumb, but what's a grange? Since moving to Western WA, I noticed pretty much all the small communities and towns around here have one, and I sorta get it but I don't.
jthanson t1_j2y8qwn wrote
Washington is one of the strongest states for the Grange. During the Progressive Era, there were many Washington farmers and other agricultural workers who joined the Grange. There are still many Granges left in our state. It was the most popular fraternal group for people living in rural areas.
Brandowmayor t1_j2xwe70 wrote
From google - Grange - (in the US) a farmers' association organized in 1867. The Grange sponsors social activities, community service, and political lobbying.
_brudy t1_j2xxkka wrote
That's the part I get, I thought maybe it has additional meaning or function or something.
Rich-Juice2517 t1_j2ydvnt wrote
It's a community hall basically. You can have weddings etc at them if you want
ctiger881020 t1_j2yvghh wrote
Come check out Bayview Grange on whidbey island!
kwiknkleen t1_j2z2d6z wrote
There is one on Cook road near Sedro-Woolley and one out on Prairie Road, I believe, as well.
OtherBluesBrother t1_j2yvklx wrote
Hail, hail, Freedonia, land of the free!
Salmundo t1_j2zoaf1 wrote
Came here to sing that.
ScaryInformation2560 t1_j2yyl9o wrote
Never would have quessed that was the old fredonia grange
-ScruffyLookin- t1_j2z9na5 wrote
Excellent framing with this photograph, I really like it. When things fit perfectly, I am satisfied.
SocialSyphilis OP t1_j2xl1v5 wrote
I like photographing abandoned or old infrastructure and buildings. Stopped by the Fredonia Grange between Burlington and Anacortes to snap a few shots. :)