Orange Beach Public Library

26267 Canal Rd, P.O. Box 1649, Orange Beach, AL 36561   
Ph  251-981-2923    Mon, Tues, Fri 9-6, Wed, Thu 9-8, Sat 9-3 

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Friends of the Library Book and Bake Sale!  Friday, January 14, 9-4 and Saturday, January 15, 9-3 at the Orange Beach Community Center.

Photo Gallery

In an effort to document the unique history of Orange Beach's development from fishing village to tourist destination, we are actively collecting the history, including pictures and documents, of early families in the area.  These pictures represent the beginning of that effort.  Our thanks to Earl Callaway for his contribution of family pictures and stories.

James Callaway and sons.

The Ellen C.

The deck of the Ellen C.

According to James Callaway's grandson, Earl, the Ellen C would be loaded with naval stores, molasses, sugar, rum and lumber for trade to Cuba and the Dominican Republic. At times she was also under government contract to service channel beacons.

The deck of the Ellen C.

A range light of the type serviced by the Ellen C.

A view of the Ellen C on Wolf Bay.

We are actively collecting photographs, documents, and other items of historical value for this ongoing project.  This project is affiliated with The Cornerstone Project: Building the Foundation for Sharing Unique Treasures.  If you have items you would like to share with us, please contact Angela Rand at the Orange Beach Library for more information.