While many historic buildings in Ridgway have become victims of old age and disaster, those that have stood the test of time tell a tale of resilience, a common theme for the Town of Ridgway. A stroll down Clinton Street often feels like stepping back in time, with newer builds blending into the old. Inside these former hotels and banks sit art galleries, pubs, and workout studios, preserving the memories of Ridgway's founders.

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Built in 1911, Amos Walther began work on a new Bank Building, located at 525 Clinton St., building one of the more modern buildings in town, equipped with steam heat and electricity. Walther's Bank Building at the time also functioned as a pharmacy and a post office before being shut down in 1931 at the height of the Great Depression. Now in its place sits Ridgway Pilates, a full circle for the building: a modern way to workout in a building that was ahead of its own time.

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Other buildings hold onto their orinial purpose like The Sherbino. The Sherbino Building was built in 1915 by Louis Sherbino as a hub for local musicians to gather and perform, as the Sherbino family was rather musically inclined. Many events have been hostend at The Sherbino, like community dances, picture shows and even roller skating. It was also one of many homes to the Ridgway post office. Today, The Sherbino continues to be a cornerstone in the community, a hub for entertainment and art.

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On your next walk down Clinton St., take a moment to appreciate these older buildings, fossils of Ridway Past. Observe the historical markers and revel in the significance of the buildings, where many historic moments took place and where a normal day occurred.

*Thank you Joan Chismire for your historical knowledge and help with this information.