There is a distinct New England flavor to a building whose history includes Chie’s Downy Flake Doughnut shop and the Puritan Clothing store

Meeting up with Main Street, these buildings have anchored the Eagle Street business district for over a century, housing firms such as Rice's Drug Store, New England Butter, and the Climax Boot Shop.

A butcher shop and a photography studio have occupied this building in a history dating back to the 1800s.

The rich history of this building block has almost always included a barber shop.

At various times, you could buy cigars, clothing, toys, and books at the stores here.

Starting with a reputation as a great place to find seafood, 9-13 Eagle St. evolved to house long-standing clothing and jewelry shops.

Jack's Hot Dog Stand has been in the same location for over a 100 years and continues today to be one of the city's most iconic locales.

Home to a over a one-hundred year tradition of small businesses serving North Adams.

No trace now remains of this large church that was one of the most prominent landmarks in a city of steeples.