Daylife in Dunkirk

In April 1891, the Fredonia Opera House opened its doors for the very first time. People from throughout the region got dressed up in their classiest garments and gathered to watch a rousing performance of Josephine, Empress of the French. Who would have thought 130 years later, people would still be coming to see performances at this same theater. Renovations were made through the years, but unfortunately due to long periods of neglect the Opera House had to be shut down in 1981. Two years later, there was a movement to have the building torn down, which sparked controversy and backlash throughout the community. Citizens got together and formed the Fredonia …..