Paddock Arcade and the Woolworth Connection

 

    Although I had visited Watertown, NY once before, I wasn't aware of what retail history lied in downtown. Once I became aware of the Paddock Arcade, I knew I had to make a visit the next time I was in the area. What makes this place so special? Read on to find out....

Former Kmart #3689

 NOTE: This post comes from outside the blog's coverage area.

    As promised, we now take tour of the former Abingdon, VA Kmart. Even though both had a nearly identical layout, this store had a major advantage in that it was a whole lot busier. Overall this store felt taken care of too, though I didn't care for the dimmed lights. Sadly, nothing has replaced this store to my knowledge.