Visitors will become aware of interesting facts and fascinating life stories of historical figures such as Annie Sanborn, Alice Jones, John Westley Belknap, Edward Erlanger, Laura Moore Sweetland, and Dr. Benjamin Hamlin.

During a stroll through our past, visitors will discover: Who really named the city, the early beginnings of Stratford, the owner of a famous pet bald eagle named “Old Abe,” and the hardships and accomplishments of our early merchants.

Visitors will see the worries of farming in the Tulare Lake basin and much more. These living histories are presented by experienced artists, portraying our early notable “Legends of Lemoore.”

This year the talented Cyndie Maxwell will share family stories of Alice Jones, who, with her husband Dwight, farmed Tulare Lake bottom land before it was tamed by Pine Flat Reservoir.

Joseph Katz, who has shared several of our Legend’s stories, will provide intriguing accounts of bachelor Edward Erlanger. Edward served as an outstanding merchant, builder, acclaimed horse breeder, and city father.

Always a delight, Debbie Walker will deliver an absorbing account of how Annie Sanborn shaped early cultural and health services for our youngsters.

Well-known personality Jay Salyer reveals the cleverness of early merchant and city father John Westly Belknap, whose testament to success still stands today. Always looking toward the betterment of Lemoore and its commercial district, John installed the first board sidewalks and innovative lighting systems. As always, the Experienced thespian, Michael Betcher, will convey the rich life experiences of our first Postmaster and druggist, Benjamin Hamlin. Ben’s life experiences included a career as a proficient doctor, a field surgeon in the Civil War, an accomplished dentist, and someone who opened the town's first pharmacy in 1875.

Talented Raelynn Royer conveys the intriguing life of Dr. Lovern Lee Moore’s daughter, Laura Sweetland. Laura and her husband Byron Sweetland followed her father to the north shore of Tulare Lake in 1876. Their arduous work, ingenuity, and caring character set the foundation for Lemoore’s growth. Laura was here when it all started, and there are many stories to tell.

Finally, Jonathan Lee will return to portray his grandfather Folk Lee. This is the first time a grandson has shared captivating stories of a hardworking and philanthropic family.