I have a distinct recollection of huge nets being draped over the top of this building and hanging down the sides of the top couple floors to keep hundreds of from pigeons roosting. That was about 1977 or so.
Urban renewal is such a ugly thing sometimes.
Why is it Springfield has not had much pride in old buildings?
For all the publicity in being a historic tourist destination, it seems anything older than 50 years is destined for the wrecking ball.
Sad..
Somebody should restore the Ferguson Building back to its original splendor. It looks horrible!
Eric Lipford | Dec 11, 2007 | Reply
I agree. The Ferguson Building could be a real showcase. What in the world were those folks thinking who covered it up like that in the ’60s??
Craig | Dec 11, 2007 | Reply
I have a distinct recollection of huge nets being draped over the top of this building and hanging down the sides of the top couple floors to keep hundreds of from pigeons roosting. That was about 1977 or so.
Marie | Dec 11, 2007 | Reply
Urban renewal is such a ugly thing sometimes.
Why is it Springfield has not had much pride in old buildings?
For all the publicity in being a historic tourist destination, it seems anything older than 50 years is destined for the wrecking ball.
Sad..
ileaner | Dec 11, 2007 | Reply
I remember going into Coe’s bookstore. They had a lot of books and nice sales people working there.
Mike | Jul 1, 2010 | Reply