Since I don't want to show pictures of my new space, I'll just feed you some history facts about my very old building... and my connection to it which may just surprise you!
FACT: Did you know that the building was actually 2 freestanding buildings that have been attached?
FACT: Did you know that my current space was originally built in the early 1980's by Lucille Sommerfeld and was a bakery {all the baking was done in the basement.}?
FACT: Did you know that the original building that housed The Feed Mill was a carriage house for the house on the corner that is currently Rebecca's Salon?
FACT: Did you know that the original structure was owned by Mrs. Sommerfeld and housed her shop, "The Carriage Trade" which originally carried needlework supplies and gifty items on the first floor and clothing on the 2nd floor...all before The Feed Mill was born.
FACT: Did you know that I worked for Mrs. Sommerfeld at The Carriage Trade?! I was there when she opened The Feed Mill and built the bakery. I'm not sure who the brain child of The Feed Mill was, but I know Mrs. S. owned the space and Mrs. Glover was the talented cook/restaurateur and it was a huge success.
So you see, this old building and I go way back. Isn't it funny how I've come full circle in a structure that was re purposed for retail by a woman who wasn't afraid to take risks and had unlimited creativity! She was my retail role model. Not only do I know the bones of this building; I feel the spirit of the original retail entrepreneur, and it inspires me.
Oh how I miss the wonderful food from The FeedMill! I actually dream about it from time to time!However Pepperberry's is a much slimmer trip down memory lane! Easier on the waisteline than The FeedMill!
ReplyDeleteThere are still so many people that come in looking for The Feed Mill! It is missed by many.
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