Old Orpheum Theater - 1277 Liberty Street

The Orpheum Theater, a 'magnificent picture house' provided county residents with the latest in entertainment including vaudeville, short plays, musicals, silent and talking films. Built in 1916 this Neo-Colonial style building showcased the latest in entertainment technology. It featured an electric ticket seller, change making machine and sparkling marquee. The Orpheum Theater closed its doors in 1956.

Located in the little building to the right, the Riddle Brothers operated a family restaurant for 34 years. In 1946 the business was sold to George Nestos and Peter Sherman and became known as the Central Restaurant.