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The Superior Building, built in 1923 as the headquarters of the Superior Portland Cement Company in Concrete, WA, is a landmark of the town’s cement era and a key piece of Upper Skagit industrial history.

Superior Building Foundation FormedA new nonprofit organization, the Superior Building Foundation, has been established ...
02/25/2026

Superior Building Foundation Formed

A new nonprofit organization, the Superior Building Foundation, has been established to help preserve one of Concrete’s most significant historic landmarks. The 1923 Superior Building was listed among the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation’s Most Endangered Historic Properties.

The Foundation’s mission is to help restore and revitalize the building as a community asset—honoring its legacy while creating new opportunities for education, culture, and economic activity.

The organization has completed state registration, adopted bylaws, and elected its inaugural board of directors: Joe Bersch, Spencer Kull, Alana McCoy, Valerie Stafford, and Theresa White.

The adopted bylaws outline the Foundation’s purpose, governance, officer roles, and financial oversight, establishing transparent procedures for decision-making, membership, and public accountability. These principles provide the framework for responsible, long-term stewardship of the property.

The Foundation’s board will work in close collaboration with the Town of Concrete. Initial priorities include engaging the community in the rehabilitation process and connecting residents, visitors, and regional partners through outreach and events.

Community members will be invited to participate through informational meetings and events, volunteer opportunities, and financial contributions. As the Foundation completes its start-up tasks, it will launch a website and communication channels to share updates, visioning concepts, and opportunities for public involvement.



The stories these historic buildings can tell…
12/12/2025

The stories these historic buildings can tell…

Cement plant safety monuments, often called "Safety Follows Wisdom" markers, are historical stone monuments erected by c...
12/11/2025

Cement plant safety monuments, often called "Safety Follows Wisdom" markers, are historical stone monuments erected by cement companies, starting in the 1920s, to commemorate perfect safety records, with designs from figures like sculptor Albin Polasek, and they still stand in many plant towns as symbols of safety dedication.

These monuments served as physical reminders of safety achievements for decades before the practice ended due to rising costs in the 1980s, but they remain important historical markers for the industry and communities.

* Origin: Initiated by the Portland Cement Association (PCA), with designs by Chicago Art Institute's Albin Polasek.

* Purpose: To recognize and celebrate plants achieving zero injuries for a year or more, fostering a strong safety culture.

* Design: Typically a stone marker with the phrase "Safety Follows Wisdom," with years of perfect safety added to the base.
* Prevalence: Found in many former and current cement-producing towns across the U.S., like Concrete, Washington, Dixon, Illinois, and Chanute, Kansas.

* Legacy: Though new ones aren't built, they stand as historical markers and reminders of the industry's safety efforts, even with plant closures

With all the activities in Silo Park, including the brand new Concrete Bike Park, it makes sense that part of the Super...
12/10/2025

With all the activities in Silo Park, including the brand new Concrete Bike Park, it makes sense that part of the Superior Building is dedicated to youth programs.

Some people have claimed, “That building has been totally neglected for decades!” Not true.  As recently as 2023 (as do...
12/10/2025

Some people have claimed, “That building has been totally neglected for decades!” Not true. 

As recently as 2023 (as documented in this Skagit Valley Herald story) some council members and public work staff have attempted to make it look more attractive. The problem has been lack of full support from the town, with the council voting down funding to help save it.

Councilmember Jon Gunnerson “adopted” the building through the town’s Adopt-a-Spot program and cleaned it up more.

Finally, thanks to outgoing mayor, Marla Reed, there is now a line item in the 2026 budget to begin work on the building.

Over the years, the Superior Building and its Safety Monument have been well-loved.
12/10/2025

Over the years, the Superior Building and its Safety Monument have been well-loved.

12/10/2025

We’re pleased to announce that at the December 8, 2025 Concrete Town Council meeting it was decided to stop the proposed sale of the Superior Building to a private party. The building will remain public property alongside Silo Park.

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45418 Main Street
Concrete, WA
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