Before it was the Esplanade Center, it was the Esplanade Mall– feeling nostalgic? Welcome to Archive Alan, a new series where our Local History Librarian Alan Neal looks back at locations across Oxnard to explore what they once were and how they’ve changed over time. What location should Archive Alan cover next? 👀 Do you have historical materials related to Oxnard? Copies can be shared at the Oxnard Main Library front desk for inclusion in the Library’s archival records. | City of Oxnard Govern

Junovision on Instagram: "Heritage Square in downtown Oxnard is a historical gem! Opened in 1991, this city block tells the story of Oxnard's agricultural and architectural history, dating back to the 1870s when windmill-powered water pumps were commonplace. Today, many of these old buildings have been repurposed into modern business, such as Heritage Coffee & Gifts - located inside the historic Petre Ranch House. Grab a coffee to start and enjoy a walk through Oxnard's premier historic district