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1235 Paris Rd. 42066 Mayfield, Kentucky

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Discover a Historic Shopping Experience at Goodwill Thrift Store Mayfield Located in the heart of Louisville’s Mayfield district, the Goodwill Thrift Store Mayfield offers more than just a place to find great deals—it’s a journey through Louisville’s rich history.

This unique Goodwill store resides within a landmark building with a captivating past, offering shoppers a distinctive experience.

Originally built in 1891 as Sternau’s Dry Goods, this building played a crucial role in Louisville’s early commerce.

For decades, it served as a vital part of the Haymarket’s produce market, a bustling center of activity and a cornerstone of the city’s ethnic history dating back to the late 1800s.

The Haymarket district, centered around Jefferson, Market, Floyd, and Preston streets, was formerly an open-air market, providing fresh goods and connecting the community.

The building's significance extends beyond its commercial roots.

It was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, the renowned landscape architect who also created New York City’s Central Park and shaped Louisville’s own parks system.

This architectural pedigree contributes to the store’s designation as part of the Phoenix Hill National Register Historic District.

The building’s history is remarkable.

After operating as Sternau’s Dry Goods until 1949, it transitioned through several phases: from 1956-1977 and again from 2006-2006, continuously operating as a Goodwill Thrift Store.

From 1977-2006, the space served as a photography warehouse.

In 2006, Gill and Augusta Holland purchased the building and embarked on a comprehensive renovation, culminating in LEED Platinum Certification in 2017 – a testament to the store’s commitment to sustainability.

Today, shoppers can explore a diverse selection of gently used clothing, household goods, furniture, and more, all within the walls of this historically significant building.

The store’s location in the Mayfield district, part of the vibrant Haymarket, provides easy access and a connection to Louisville’s enduring heritage.

Visit the Goodwill Thrift Store Mayfield and experience a shopping destination unlike any other.

Website: https://www.goodwill.org/stores/find-a-store/goodwill-thrift-store-mayfield

History

The Goodwill Thrift Store Mayfield, located in the historic Haymarket district of Louisville, Kentucky, boasts a remarkable journey rooted in the city’s rich past.

Originally constructed in 1891 by Sternau’s Dry Goods, the building served as a vital retail hub for decades.

For over five decades, it functioned as a dry goods store before transitioning to a Goodwill Thrift Store in 1956, continuing its service to the community until 1977.

Following a period as a photography warehouse from 1977 to 2006, the building underwent a transformative renovation.

In 2006, Gill and Augusta Holland acquired the property and embarked on a comprehensive project to achieve LEED Platinum Certification in 2017, preserving the building's legacy while embracing sustainable practices.

The Goodwill Thrift Store Mayfield is more than just a retail location; it's a piece of Louisville's history, deeply connected to the Haymarket district’s vibrant and ethnically diverse past, a past that includes its origins as a produce market and its significant architectural design by Frederick Law Olmsted.

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