Five generations ago, Gottlieb Hermann, a German immigrant, moved to Washington County, Texas where he earned his citizenship and became a Texan. Using skills learned in the old country, he perfected his trade in his new community. In 1876 Gottlieb began to live the American dream and opened G. Hermann Furniture. Life was simpler, but not easier. In the early days of the store, furniture was delivered and sold in wagons.
If the customers didn't come to the furniture store, the furniture went to them. It was not uncommon for Gottlieb or one of his employees to load a wagon, take off around the countryside and not return until all the items were sold. When the first washing machines were invented, they were demonstrated by the traveling salesman in the prospective customers' homes.
People from miles around would bring their laundry for the demonstration. The late 1800's were a prosperous time for Brenham and Washington County. As the community grew, so too did the store. Gottlieb added more modern and finer brands of furniture helping to define his rapidly changing frontier community.
If the customers didn't come to the furniture store, the furniture went to them. It was not uncommon for Gottlieb or one of his employees to load a wagon, take off around the countryside and not return until all the items were sold. When the first washing machines were invented, they were demonstrated by the traveling salesman in the prospective customers' homes.
People from miles around would bring their laundry for the demonstration. The late 1800's were a prosperous time for Brenham and Washington County. As the community grew, so too did the store. Gottlieb added more modern and finer brands of furniture helping to define his rapidly changing frontier community.
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Five generations ago, Gottlieb Hermann, a German immigrant, moved to Washington County, Texas where he earned his citizenship and became a Texan.
Using skills learned in the old country, he perfected his trade in his new community.
In 1876 Gottlieb began to live the American dream and opened G. Hermann Furniture.
Life was simpler, but not easier.
In the early days of the store, furniture was delivered and sold in wagons.
If the customers didn't come to the furniture store, the furniture went to them.
Using skills learned in the old country, he perfected his trade in his new community.
In 1876 Gottlieb began to live the American dream and opened G. Hermann Furniture.
Life was simpler, but not easier.
In the early days of the store, furniture was delivered and sold in wagons.
If the customers didn't come to the furniture store, the furniture went to them.
The Emporium is in the old Ford auto dealership building, with the original wood floors & tin ceilings.
One of our featured booths is done by The Art Center.
The Art Center is an Active Treatment Workshop, which is a satellite of Brenham Production Services.
Working mostly with donated items, residents in the Art Center create and sell their original items at Hermann Emporium Craft Mall.
The Art Center is located on the campus of Brenham State School, a residential facility for people with developmental disabilities.
One of our featured booths is done by The Art Center.
The Art Center is an Active Treatment Workshop, which is a satellite of Brenham Production Services.
Working mostly with donated items, residents in the Art Center create and sell their original items at Hermann Emporium Craft Mall.
The Art Center is located on the campus of Brenham State School, a residential facility for people with developmental disabilities.
The design studio section of the store offers thousands of fabric samples for the customers to customize upholstery selections.
Additionally, a designer is on staff for assistance.
Customers are encouraged to check out fabric samples to view them in the interior space where the piece will be used, to make sure the fabrics will coordinate with existing colors and lighting.
Resource catalogs are available for customers to broaden their search.
For the very discerning customer, in-home consultations as well as a trip to the Design Center are options.
Additionally, a designer is on staff for assistance.
Customers are encouraged to check out fabric samples to view them in the interior space where the piece will be used, to make sure the fabrics will coordinate with existing colors and lighting.
Resource catalogs are available for customers to broaden their search.
For the very discerning customer, in-home consultations as well as a trip to the Design Center are options.
Sometimes what you're looking for is really something made just for you.
We specialize in making custom orders a great experience that will provide you with just the right textures, colors, shapes, and styles for your space.
We have entire walls full of fabric samples that you can check out and take home.
Several of our furniture lines even offer indoor/outdoor fabric options that are perfect for homes with kids and/or pets.
But most importantly, they look as beautiful as any of the other fabrics!
We specialize in making custom orders a great experience that will provide you with just the right textures, colors, shapes, and styles for your space.
We have entire walls full of fabric samples that you can check out and take home.
Several of our furniture lines even offer indoor/outdoor fabric options that are perfect for homes with kids and/or pets.
But most importantly, they look as beautiful as any of the other fabrics!
We offer an expansive selection of floral that rivals any of the big-name stores.
Our premium florals are as close as you can get to the real thing without having to water!
Whether you need a custom arrangement created by one of our designers or you want to put something together on your own, we have what you need.
We also have beautiful premade bouquets, wreaths, and artificial potted plants.
Our premium florals are as close as you can get to the real thing without having to water!
Whether you need a custom arrangement created by one of our designers or you want to put something together on your own, we have what you need.
We also have beautiful premade bouquets, wreaths, and artificial potted plants.
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