Ann's Diner facts for kids
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Ann's Diner
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Ann's Diner (now Pat's Diner)
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 Location in Massachusetts
Location in the United States
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| Location | Salisbury, Massachusetts |
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| Built | 1950 |
| Architect | Worcester Lunch Car Company |
| MPS | Diners of Massachusetts MPS |
| NRHP reference No. | 03001264 |
| Added to NRHP | December 10, 2003 |
Ann's Diner, now known as Pat's Diner, is a historic restaurant located in Salisbury, Massachusetts. This classic diner was built in 1950. It stands at 11 Bridge Road, which is part of US Route 1.
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What is Ann's Diner?
Ann's Diner is a special kind of restaurant called a diner. Diners are often known for their unique, long, and narrow buildings. They usually serve classic American food like burgers, fries, and milkshakes. This particular diner is important because it's a great example of a "barrel-roof" diner. It was built by a famous company called the Worcester Lunch Car Company.
A Journey Through Time: The Diner's Story
How Ann's Diner Began
The diner was built in 1950. It was custom-made for James and Ann Evans. They were the original owners. Before this diner, the Evanses had another Ann's Diner. It was in Haverhill. They moved that first diner to Salisbury in 1948. Their business was very popular. So, they ordered this new, bigger diner to replace the old one. The new diner opened its doors in April 1950. It was designed to have a separate dining room.
New Owners, New Names
The Evans family owned the diner until 1960. After that, many different people owned it. From 1976 to 1987, it was called Norm's Place. It was owned by Norman Brockelbank. The diner was closed for a short time between 1997 and 1999. In 1999, Pat Archambault bought the diner. She worked hard to fix it up. Then, she reopened it as Pat's Diner.
What Makes This Diner Special?
A Look at the Outside
Ann's Diner has a classic "barrel-roof" shape. This means its roof is curved like a half-barrel. The building is long, with nine window sections. It is also three sections deep. The diner originally had entrances at both ends. The left entrance is now used for heating and cooling equipment. The right side door still has its original steel door. This door has a cool sunburst design. A new entrance was added in the middle of the front. The curved roof is covered with a rubber material. It also extends over small porches at the ends.
Inside the Diner
Behind the main diner building is a small wooden structure. This part holds the kitchen and restrooms. Unlike many diners in New England, this section has a pointed, gable roof. The inside of the diner is quite unique. The right side has a typical diner setup. It has four booths and fourteen stools at the counter. The left side is different. It has a separate dining room. This area is separated by a sliding pocket door. It has six booths, three along the front wall and three along the back.
A Historic Landmark
Ann's Diner is considered a very important building. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on December 10, 2003. This means it is recognized as a place that is important to American history.
