Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Denholm and McKay Co., Worcester, Massachusetts


1951 facade of Denholms


1960 High Street Entrance to Denholms


Stylized advertising image of Denholms main store in Worcester


Read a fine new book
about Denholms


Denholm and McKay Co.
484 Main Street
Worcester, Massachusetts

753-4721


DENHOLMS STORE DIRECTORY (200,000 sq. ft.)

Lower Level
Housewares • Garden Shop • Fireplace Shop • Clocks • Floor Care

First Floor
Jewelry • Watch Repair • Cosmetics • Handbags • Belts • Gloves • Umbrellas • Hosiery • Handkerchiefs • Millinery • Umbrellas • Blouses • Skirts • Sweaters • Notions • Stationery • Bridge Accessories • Candies • Men's Furnishings • Men's Clothing • Men's Sportswear • Men's Shoes • Men's Hats
Chatham Street
Gourmet Shop • Bakery • Fabrics • White Sewing Center

Mezzanine
Personnel Offices

Second Floor
Bedding • Towels • Pillows • Books • Gift Wrapping • Foundations • Negligees • Sleepwear • Lingerie • Robes • Uniforms
Chatham Street
Girls' Wear • Poise & Ivy Shop • Young Juniors

Third Floor
Sportswear • Dresses • Better Dresses • Salisbury Shop • The Place on 3 • Coats • Suits • Boutique Shops • Gift Boutique • Bridal Salon • Fur Salon • Millinery • Junior Dresses • Junior Sportswear • Junior Coats • Junior High Shop • Fashion Shoes • Capezio Shop • Boys' Clothing • Varsity Shop • Infants' Wear • Infants' Furniture • Children's Shoes
Chatham Street
Toddler's Wear • Girl Scouts • Girls' Wear • Teen Age Shop

Fourth Floor
China • Glassware • Silverware • Gift Shop • Clocks • Artificial Flowers • Furniture • Matresses • Kitchen Furniture
Chatham Street
Toys • bicycles

Fifth Floor
Curtains • Draperies • Decorative Pillows • Upholstery • Interior Decorating • Floor Coverings • Lamps • Pictures • Mirrors • Mirrors • Radios • Televisions • Records • Art and Needlework • Artist's Supplies • Luggage • Cameras • Paints • Cash Office • Credit Office
Chatham Street
Sign Shop

Sixth Floor
Beauty Salon • General Offices
Chatham Street
Advertising Office

BRANCH STORES

Auburn MA (1971)
Auburn Mall 
67,000 sq. ft.

Thanks to Christopher Sawyer, of the Denholm and McKay Web Site for all of the information in this exhibit.  Chris is devoted to the history of this memorable retailer and graciously provided a directory, history, photos, and logos in order to make this exhibit possible.

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