Fulmer House Books and Collectibles

09/22/2026

With the Autumn Leaf Festival quickly approaching, we wanted to post our hours! We will be open 10-6 every day starting on October 3rd and ending on the October 11th. We hope to see your smiling faces soon!

09/20/2026

We wanted to let you know we will be closed September 27th so we all can attend and celebrate Bill.

We are still trying to reach out to former colleagues, students, and friends so feel free to share and if anyone needs more information, please send me a message.

We appreciate everyone’s kind words, cards, and messages…thank you all so much. 💙

09/16/2026

Join us for a book signing on Farmers and Crafters Day (Oct 9)! Dark fantasy author Grace Carlisle will be here from 10-2 with her novels! Help us support a small author while shopping the goodies on Main Street. Check her page for more information on her books!

https://gracecarlisleauthor.wordpress.com/

09/14/2026

We’re looking for an individual for a part-time position here at the Fulmer House! The position would entail researching and pricing items, general cashier type duties, and assisting with our social media. An interest in history and a friendly disposition are a must. Pay and hours can be discussed with Jennifer. If you’re interested shoot us an email at [email protected] or give the shop a call 814-226-5969. We’re excited to hear from you!

09/06/2026

We hope everyone has a wonderful holiday and if you feel like exploring, we will be open!

09/02/2026

🌹 Roseville Pottery: Spotlight 🌹

Incorporated in 1892 in Roseville, Ohio Roseville Pottery started out making primarily artistic garden accessories. Starting in 1896 they shifted focus to their “Vase Assortments” as they called them which was a line of relief-molded French-inspired majolica vases. These were commonly used as premium giveaway items at grocery stores and are very difficult to locate today.

Over the years, Roseville has had a multitude of different Art Directors. All of which were famous or infamous in their own ways. However, everything changed when Frank Ferrell stepped into his role of Art Director in 1918. In his thirty years as Art Director Frank designed nearly 100 lines and thousands of shapes for Roseville. Franks work is some of the most daughters after pieces and the designs can vary wildly- meaning there’s a piece of Roseville that will appeal to anyone.

With the rise of Japanese imports becoming cheaper and more prevalent, Roseville struggled to survive but managed to stay in production until 1954. Where it sold to New England Ceramic Company who then sold it to Franklin Potteries of Franklin, West Virginia.

Pictured is some of the pieces we have for sale right now in the shop. See something you like? Stop in or give us a call for pricing!

08/24/2026

Welcome (or welcome back) Golden Eagles! We missed you! Whether you stop in for books, trinkets, jewelry, decor or even just mill about to get away from campus were so glad you’re back! So we’re doing a promotion just for you until the 31st of this month get 15% off your purchase with a valid student/faculty ID! We hope to see you soon! 🦅

08/21/2026

This is a hard post to make, but we wanted to share the news of Bill’s passing. Almost 21 years ago Bill, his wife Elisabeth, and his daughter Jennifer (that’s me) took on a former fraternity house because they wanted to rescue the house and open a bookstore/antique store.

Having the shop happily kept my dad busy after his retirement from the university. It became a great way for former students to find him as well as a way to meet new people. He loved sharing his interest in history, especially military history, with anyone who would listen. His other big interest was coins and enjoyed growing the selection of coins over the years…hoping to have something for every level of collector.

The Fulmer House was also a great way for him to continue to learn, he never stopped wanting to know more. From identifying old marbles, figuring out the age of a bottle, to hearing stories from customers.

While he turned the business over to Jennifer several years ago, he stayed a part of the shop and doing what he could to help make sure our customers enjoyed their visit to the Fulmer House.

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View Dr. William E. Fulmer's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

08/18/2026

In search of that perfect boutonnière? Whether that be for a wedding, that upcoming dance or just because they’re plain pretty! Vintage flower brooches are a stunning (and allergy friendly) option when maybe real flowers aren’t your vibe. We have plenty of options most of which are flowers but, some are more fall oriented or a bit more abstract. We’d be more than happy to help you find the perfect one for you!

08/18/2026

UPDATE: Wood St is open!

Even if Wood Street is closed for tar and chipping, we’re still open! So stop on by and explore for a bit!