Local historian Frank Nalley says the building at 108 Second St., “was actually built as a residence for a Mr. James Harding in 1883. It didn’t turn into a residence though. “It was turned into a hotel and has housed several restaurants over the years. One of the most interesting things here is that between 1913 and 1923 this was actually used as what history would call the ‘Negro Hotel’ and boardinghouse which is a unique tidbit of history,” Nalley said.
Some of the businesses at 108 Second Street:
Audubon Cafe 1930
Riverside Cafe 1931
Fam’s Place 1934
Fall City Tavern 1934
Willett’s Maytag Service 1945
Commonwealth Life Insurance 1966
Amici’s Italian Eatery
Commonwealth Kitchen + Bar 2013
Olea Fusion Bistro
Henderson Juice Co 2019
El Sabor de La Abuela 2025
