The Northshore Shopping Center opened on September 12, 1958. Main anchors were Kresge, J.J. Newberry, R.H. Stearns, and Stop & Shop. It had a total of 63 stores and 8,000 parking spaces. It also included a bowling alley (Holiday Lanes) and an open air amusement park called Kiddietown. It was designed by architect John Graham. In 1959 a Sears was added and on May 29, 1963 the 2 screens movie theater was opened with a special appearance by Jerry Lewis. The common area had a large pool that hosted fishing contests.
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