The Manito Hardware building was once The Heckman's Building of Manito. It was built in 1897 by Philip and Louis Heckman of Manito. The store was known as "The Big Store on the Corner," and its motto was "Everything to Eat and Wear." In 1912, this building was considered the biggest store in Mason County. The Manito Hardware store was later known as The Lamar Theatre in February, 1941, "O.S.S.", "Lover Come Back", "Tangier", "Singing on the Trail", and "The Bride Wore Boots." In 1950, Frank DeSutter founded his own gas station. This was also still in the same location, and it was a more convenient store. This is now known today as "The Manito Hardware Store." This location today serves Manito for hardware supplies and tire service.