HISTORY of MARCELLUS GRANGE #464 has been More than 129 years. This Grange was organized December 29, 1882 as the West Onondaga Grange. On January 1, 1928 the name was changed to Marcellus Grange as the village of this name was the central meeting place and post office of most of the members. During 1932, property at 15 West Main Street was purchased and the members built the Grange Home that is now occupied. The building was dedicated February 25, 1933.

Community Service is a major function of the Grange. State and National Granges suggest guidelines, and local Granges decide on projects and accomplish them. Grange legislative policy begins at the local level, and resolutions are voted on by the membership and sent to County, State and National levels. All individual members have their say and vote.

Marcellus had a very active Junior Grange for over fifty years. The Junior Grange had their own officers and held meetings following parliamentary procedure. The Juniors did their own projects and earned Merit Badges in many subjects. Junior Grange encourages honor, patriotism and provides an opportunity to develop self confidence, responsibility and respect. Members of Junior Grange are ages 5 through 14.

You can easily become a part of one of America's foremost volunteer, grassroots organizations. The Grange is comprised of families and individuals who share a common interest in community involvement, agriculture, and working together in a family environment. Programs, projects and activities offered in every local Grange reflect the interests and talents of its members with a special focus on family activities. Like any organization, the Grange is only as effective as the people who belong want it to be.

"The Grange provides the opportunity, the people provide the leadership, the community reaps the benefits."