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Est. 1924 · Redlands, CA

100 Years on Olive Ave

Olive Avenue Market has been a gathering place for generations — a beloved cornerstone of the Redlands community offering a unique blend of old-world charm and contemporary convenience.

1924

Founded on Olive Ave

Olive Avenue Market opens its doors at 530 W Olive Ave in historic Redlands, California. What begins as a simple neighborhood grocery store quickly becomes the go-to corner market for the surrounding community.

Olive Avenue Market — founded 1924 in historic Redlands, CA

1950

A Neighborhood Institution

By mid-century, OAM is woven into the fabric of Redlands life. Generations of families stop in on their way to school, work, and weekend errands. The market's reputation for quality and hospitality grows steadily.

Mid-century neighborhood market scene — community gathering

1980

Expanding the Craft

OAM evolves beyond the grocery staples to embrace artisanal prepared foods. Daily-made sandwiches, fresh pastries, and a growing selection of gourmet goods become the heart of the market's identity.

Artisanal deli counter — OAM's transition to gourmet prepared foods

2008

Wildgoose Coffee Partnership

OAM partners with Wildgoose Coffee Roasters, bringing their mission-driven specialty coffee to Redlands. Since 2008, Wildgoose has donated ten pounds of food for every pound of coffee sold — a values match made for OAM.

Wildgoose Coffee Roasters partnership — mission-driven specialty coffee at OAM

2020

Community Through Everything

Like every neighborhood business, OAM faces the challenge of 2020 with resilience. The community rallies around the market, reinforcing a bond built across nearly a century of shared mornings, lunches, and celebrations.

Olive Avenue Market storefront — resilient through the years

2024

Centennial

100 Years on Olive Ave

Olive Avenue Market proudly celebrates its centennial. On June 8th, 2024, the Redlands community gathers to honor 100 years of hospitality, tradition, and togetherness. Here's to 100 more years on Olive Ave.

OAM Centennial celebration — 100 years on Olive Ave, June 8 2024