654 Millcreek MallErie, PA 16565(814) 868-9000History:The mall opened between 1975 and 1976. It is currently home to 121 stores and 12 kiosks. It designed to be home to a maximum of 175 stores. The mall was renovated in 2008. Changes and additions included in the renovations included: new lighting (including skylights), new flooring (including Italian porcelain floors), a new west side entrance, a food court and new parking lot lighting. The Promenade at Millcreek Mall, speciality stores in the mall accessible only by their own outdoor entrances, were also added.The property also includes a number of smaller complexes, called Mill Creek Pavilion, as well as stand-alone restaurants and hotels.The original building of Millcreek Mall is shaped like a gun pointed at the courthouse. Popular lore states that the mall was originally owned by the mafia, and that this design was intentional. This is unconfirmed.