RESTORATION IN PROGRESS
This building was built in 1893 and was originally a bank and hotel. This corner that is being restored was “The People’s Bank” and was in business from 1893 to 1923. You are looking at the original architecture of the bank. The original vaults still exist inside and extend to the second level (now used for storage). The original stained glass window which fit above the entrance (to the left, at corner) was just found after going missing for 35 years. The stained glass window is displayed in our display window to the right of Bill’s Toggery’s entrance.
William N. Wermerskirchen, Sr. opened “Bill’s Toggery” in 1931 from this corner and gradually expanded it into what you see today.
Please come inside to view original pictures of our building and enjoy a cold rootbeer.