History In Walla Walla

The building in the foreground is empty these days, but once house a financial powerhouse.

Sherwood and Roberts, which some real estate, lending, and insurance, began in Walla Walla in 1932. It would operate until 1995, expanding, eventually across 9 Western states.

To the left, is Walla Walla's historic post office, still in great condition, at least, on the outside.

Buildings were across from the Marcus Whitman, where we stayed.

Huge Turtle In Pioneer Park

 We went to the Pioneer Park Aviary, Sunday, where I saw this amazing turtle.  His name is Nick. 

Reunion 5--The Mixer

I'm 4th from the left in this picture from the mixer on Friday (July 31st, 2026).  It was held at Hop Thief, a brewpub in College Place.

Catchy Room Phone

Landlines are rare these days, but with dials, even more so. 

This was in our room at the Whitman 

Reunion 4--Sunday Tour

On Sunday (August 2nd, 2026), Ron Higgins, a longtime Walla Walla educator, who eventually became principal of Wa-Hi,led us on a tour of the Wa-Hi campus, which has undergone extensive remodeling in recent years.

Higgins, who retired a few years ago, was very energetic and engaging.

Reunion 3--The Class Then

The Wa-Hi Class of 76, as it was getting ready to graduate.

Oxarc At Night

This building was so essential in my life.  Oxarc was B. Barer And Sons.  A business started by my great Grandfather, B. Barer and eventually owned by my father.  

It sold to Oxarc in 2000.

Reunion 2--The Class Now

The Walla Walla High School class of '76, meeting for its 50th reunion at the Walla Walla County Club.

Class Of '76 Returns

The Wa-hi class is '76 celebrated 50 years with a reunion this past weekend (July 30th-August 2nd).

The Whitman 2

Another view, this time from the West from our room at The Whitman Hotel.  Walla Walla's City Hall in the foreground.  Behind that is Oxarc.

Bird's Eye View Walla Walla

I've never stayed this high in Walla Walla.  We are staying in the Whitman Hotel tower.  Our room is on the 6th floor.