Renovations reveal name from the past

The removal of the Frank's Place sign as part of their renovations revealed the shadows of the old "Exchange Place" sign underneath. Exchange Place, when owned by Don Limpert in the early 1980s, was like a mini mall with several small offices and businesses, including Jon Hardenbergh's photography shop and the original Village Hair Forum. Exchange Place as a name has a long history in Manchester, as downtown was known as "Exchange Place" through the early 20th century and Main Street was called "Exchange Street" or "Exchange Place" on maps and in postal addresses. Frank's Place's renovations should be completed early this fall.

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by Sara Swanson

Sara Swanson is an editor, writer and founder of the Manchester Mirror.