Farmers Union

2008.06.14

Enterance to the Farmers Union

Down to Earth was started in 1977 in Eugene, Oregon, USA. It began as a small store selling products for the home such as cookware and baskets. Most of our products are made from durable and recyclable or biodegradable materials such as glass, cast iron, wood and stainless steel rather than plastics and aluminum.

The Old Grain Tower, No Longer in Use

Paul's Bicycle Way of Life arose from a $5 bet 25 years ago. Since hapstance diverted Paul to the bicycle business, his shops have served everyone who loves bicycles, whether for transportation, for sport, or for recreation.

Ruby Chasm is a multi-cultural, visually rich, woman positive retail environment promoting personal growth and spirituality through archetypes, ritual, symbols, self-care, meditation and goddess culture. Our goal is to promote sacredness, connection and respect for life so that we may broaden and deepen our perception of this gift we are given.
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The Farmer's Union Marketplace is located in downtown Eugene, OR just across the street from the county jail on 5th Street. It began it's life back in 1923 as the Lane County Farmers' Union Cooperative. The purpose was to process grain in it's wooden structure. The farm families built it themselves, as they would have their barns or out-buildings, with used materials and never taking out a loan to do it. They added two main additions to the building in 1932 and 1940. It has been used to process grain and sell farm supplies for over 65 years and, although the grain doesn't rumble through the chutes anymore, it hasn't changed much. It is currently the site of a number of shops including Down to Earth and Paul's Bike Shop.

Great set!

jet28 · 2008-06-14: 03:17

great report :):):)

ronin53 · 2008-06-14: 03:31

realy interesting set....shots and reportage :)

cariad · 2008-06-14: 03:40

Very interesting post.
Thanks for sharing:)

leocheung · 2008-06-14: 06:34

I love tours and history of small towns. Each has something different. My only question is: You mentioned the "county jail", is that a place you visit often? Just playing with you! lol

tbranscum · 2008-06-14: 11:33