Vignettes: Short Videos with Fair Family
BONUS: Wizard of Oz Stilt Walkers!
Wizard of Oz stilt Walkers at the front entrance of Oregon Country Fair! How many times can the stilt walker jump rope? Watch the monkey fly!
Broomcraft Booth with Thurman
Check out the custom handmade brooms at the Oregon Country Fair. Thurman talks about how he found his community at the Fair and moved to Eugene from Arkansas.
Nancy the Quilt Lady at OCF
Meet Nancy Murphy, who has been making quilts for 50 years. Learn about how quilt making has changed since the mid-70's. Beautiful colors and patterns! Get a close up view of some of her quilts and find out why she does it, and which are her favorites. Some have...
Giant Puppets with Toni at OCF
Toni talks with us about her background and how she got started making the giant puppets, and the special significance of the designs. Hear about Bread and Puppets, where it all began, and her journey. Beautiful and colorful puppets for parades at Oregon Country Fair!
Paris Birdwell Glass Art
Paris Birdwell tells us about her beautiful glass art and what she loves about it. See her gorgeous art at the Oregon Country Fair.
Corona the Hat Maker
Corona the hat maker tells us a funny story about how she got started making hats, and serenades us with a homemade song- at Oregon Country Fair.
A Wedding at OCF
The happy couple tells us about how they made the decision to tie the know at Oregon Country Fair! A wedding is wonderful...
Still Living Room at OCF
Get a glimpse into the Still Living Room at Oregon Country Fair and see how elders are honored in this space!
Organic Orange Juice Booth at OCF
Hear Jessie Pattison talk about what makes the fresh organic orange juice at his booth so special, and what Oregon Country Fair magic is all about!
Podcasts: Audio Interviews with Creatives & Community Members
Moon Lodge- Community Village at OCF
Explore the women's Moon Lodge area in Community Village at the Oregon Country Fair. This is the oasis amidst the chaos, for peace and quiet for women anytime they need it. Inside is artwork and information for women about menstruation, and supplies and soft spaces to...
Juneteenth Event at Alton Baker Park, Eugene, 2020
BONUS Podcast Series- Juneteenth Listen in as we interview participants, artists, and supporters at this lively celebration of Black culture and freedom!Juneteenth Event Part 1: Mija Andrade and the Arts Mija Andrade talks about art as revolution, speaking powerfully...
Ruby Reminisces: 50 Years of OCF
Listen to a chat with Ruby, from the info booth, at the 50th Anniversary of Oregon Country Fair, 2019. She shares with us about her favorite memory of Fair, back in the 80's, and we chat about the stewardship of the land and creatures who live there. A little slice of...
The Dragon Maker Booth at OCF
Listen to the enchanting sounds of the Agogo Bells at the Dragon Maker Booth on Strawberry Lane at Oregon Country Fair. These custom Brazilian Samba instruments are great fun! It's easy to sound fancy even if you aren't a musician. Find out about the long family...
Ritz Arts: Ken Hardenbrook
Ritz Arts member Ken Hardenbrook talks with us about the beautiful artwork being installed outside the Ritz in the patio area. Learn about the time capsules they are putting into the wall which will capture bits of Fair magic for the future. Check out the great photos...
Refrigeration Crew- Larry at OCF
What is the reefer truck? Find out about how the food booths at Oregon Country Fair keep their food cold and about the crews behind this critical service. Hear about the history of chillville and how Larry feels about the volunteers and the community of trust. "The...
DeSolution Reggae Band at OCF
Listen to the DeSolution reggae band performing at Monkey Palace at the Oregon Country Fair! We interview band members Ratie, who is from Zimbabwe, and hear about the inspiration for some of her original songs. Christopher, also from Zimbabwe, talks about how they got...
Astral Chrysalis Designs at OCF
Hear about the leatherwork artistry of Astral Chrysalis Design. Inspiration often comes from the customers as they try on items in different ways than expected. Hats, skirts, belts, jewelry, all of the items are hand made and one of a kind. With the piecework,...
The Dragon Parade at OCF
Peachi the Dragon at the Oregon Country Fair makes a wave of smiles as she snakes through the crowd, several times throughout the day. The dragon parade has been an important part of the Fair for over 30 years! Hear the band Samba Ja as the excited fairgoers get...
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