April 23 at 5:30pm — 7:00pm
Known locally as Harry’s Ace, this three-story Classical Revival-style commercial brick building, designed by renowned New Orleans architects Weiss & Dreyfous, stands out among Uptown New Orleans architecture. Originally constructed in 1925 as the Jefferson Motor Company, a Ford dealership, the building was located in Jefferson Parish at the time. A decade later, it became a bakery until 1953, before being leased by Harry’s Hardware in 1958, where it operated for over 60 years.
Now undergoing renovation, this historic property will be transformed into office space on the upper floors and retail space on the ground level. The project is led by DM Steib, Verdad, Woodward Design + Build (general contractor), Trapolin Peer (architect), and Sherman Strategies, utilizing Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits with the guidance of Ryan, LLC.
Beams & Brews offers a chance to view the ongoing construction, hear from the project’s managers, and enjoy free drinks. Beams & Brews visits Harry’s Ace Hardware is brought to you by Woodward Design + Build.
The PRC’s Beams & Brews series is generously sponsored by True Title with brews provided by Urban South Brewery. Interested in being the Presenting Sponsor for the Beams and Brews series? Contact Kearney Gay at KGay@prcno.org.
Free for PRC members; $10 for non-members.
