Through the very personal story of Charlie Toy, Librarian Michael digs into the history and culture of Wisconsin's Chinese immigrants. This BONUS episode of Librarian Learns is part of the library's larger focus on the Chinese Lunar New Year.
Videos
Local History Librarian Michael McArthur brings Oshkosh history to life in his new series Librarian Learns! First up: Quonset Huts Villages!
Oshkosh Public Librarian Michael McArthur takes a look at the history of The Picasso Plaza Inn (aka The Hotel Raulf aka The Raulf Place aka Wage Peace aka The Beaver Lounge and Art Studio).
Oshkosh Public Librarian Michael McArthur has produced an entertaining highlight reel of the 44 Outdoor Theatre's history - once located in Oshkosh, WI from1949--1986.
Oshkosh Public Librarian Michael McArthur takes a look at the history of Stein's Shop, the ladies ready to wear shop in a mansion on high Street that brought high fashion and elegance to Oshkosh from 1924 to 1947.
Betsy Comstock shares memories of her mom, who worked as a model at Stein's during the Great Depression.
Librarian Michael McArthur takes a look at two parking lots in Oshkosh in order to identify an aerial photograph from Oshkosh's past.
Librarian Michael McArthur takes a look at the smutty history of The Grand Theater during the 1970s!
Librarian Michael McArthur takes a look at some of the history of the former Oshkosh High School, now City Hall.
Librarian Michael McArthur takes a look at the Chief Oshkosh Monument, its problematic history, and the recent effort to update the monument.
Librarian Michael McArthur takes a look at The Athearn Hotel, once the swankiest hotel north of Milwaukee!
On this episode: A look at the history and origins of Opera House Square located in the 300 block of downtown Oshkosh, Wis.
Librarian Michael McArthur dives into some thrilling life insurance history!!! Trust us, it's actually more interesting than it sounds!
Librarian Michael McArthur looks at the history of Kentucky Fried Chicken in Oshkosh, why it became so controversial, and why it is still a running joke/source of ire with many people in Oshkosh.
Librarian Michael McArthur looks at the community built playground, Little Oshkosh!
Librarian Michael McArthur looks at the wildlife restoration project at Terrell's Island.
Local author and Oshkosh Brewing Historian Lee Reiherzer shares the history of home brewing and the Society of Oshkosh Brewers, aka SOBs.