Harrison Brothers Hardware, Huntsville Alabama A step back in time.

Harrison Brothers Hardware in Huntsville Alabama is a true must see destination!  I had my first visit last week and was in awe.    

Harrison Brothers Hardware is Huntsville's oldest operating hardware store, founded in 1879 by brothers James and Daniel Harrison.  Following the death of the last Harrison (Daniels son John)  in 1983, the Historic Huntsville Foundation purchased the property to carry on the tradition.  They have done a fabulous job of preserving the store!

When I first stepped in to Harrison Brothers Hardware, I immediately took in the smells of the old hardwood flooring, enjoying the sounds of the squeaking floors.

  Harrison Brothers Hardware is ran by all volunteers.  Cliff, one of the 25 volunteers,  was on duty that day and  happily took the time to show me so many details I would have never noticed. Cliff has been volunteering his time at Harrison Brothers Hardware since 1991. 

                                        Meet Cliff.  What an awesome volunteer!

From nails to cast iron skillets, you will find a bit of everything.  They even sell marbles!  You will find the store FULL of things, stocked from floor to ceiling, literally.  I found a beautiful crisp linen hand towel for myself.  There are gorgeous old rolling ladders that reach to the ceiling for the goods nestled up high and a functioning rope elevator that is hand operated. 

Harrison Brothers Hardware was a great way to spend my afternoon. Much thanks to Cliff for making it even more enjoyable by giving me such a wonderful tour! Take the family and experience it for yourself.  (There is a toy section also:)

                                                This is the working Elevator!

                                                           Need Marbles? 

The old scale.  They still use it!

Harrison Brothers is open Weekdays from 9-5 and Saturdays 10-4.  They are located at 124 South Side Square, in downtown Huntsville.  They are located directly across the street from the Courthouse.  You can reach them by calling 256-536-3631.

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