Took a ride out to my local spot-Quarry Lakes...
Then rode over to the Niles District to check out the Essanay Silent Film Museum (Charlie Chaplin) but it was closed...
Essanay Film Manufacturing Company, an early motion picture company, had a studio and back lot located in Niles from 1912–1916 at the canyon's western mouth. The canyon was featured in many early films, some by
Broncho Billy and it was here that
Charlie Chaplin filmed one of his most iconic movies,
The Tramp. The
Niles Essanay Silent Film Museum has exhibits, screenings, and events remembering its heritage.
Edison Projecting Kinetoscope...
Niles City Plaza...
At the center of the Niles District, the Niles Town Plaza revitalizes the quaint downtown by employing a railroad depot theme, which includes the newly renovated depot building, freight building, caboose, embedded railroad tracks, amphitheater, stage, seating areas, and central water feature.
A unique water feature pays tribute to the Nile's historical film role, which starred Charlie Chaplin in his early Hollywood career. Each of the spinning film roles depicts a historical aspect unique to the Niles community.
Then I rode over to Union City for a while...
Heading back home...
Great day for a ride!