Kristy Kathman, Zach Agett, Pete Scheira; Back: Gary Henry, Brian Millspaw
JAMESTOWN – The Jamestown Renaissance Corporation and Fancher Chair Co. Inc. are are honoring Jamestown’s furniture history with the installation of an oversized chair at the corner of Third and Lafayette Streets in downtown Jamestown.
JRC officials say they approached Fancher Chair Co. with the idea of making the chair in an effort to expand public art in downtown Jamestown, a focal point of the new Jamestown Urban Design Plan 2.0.
Fancher Chair Co. Inc. has donated the chair to the community as a memorial to the history of the furniture industry of Jamestown and surrounding areas.
JRC Deputy Director Kristy Kathman said, “I couldn’t be happier with the way this has turned out. Pete Scheira (President) and Gary Henry (CEO) at Fancher Chair Co. took a vague idea we had and turned it into a true work of art. They have been wonderful to work with, and created a beautiful piece of furniture sure to be enjoyed by everyone who sees it.”
Brian Millspaw, Master Sample Maker at Fancher Chair Co., created the chair based on a design from Jamestown Lounge Company known as the “club” chair. The chair is made of oak, and special glue for outdoor use was used. The chair will be permanently installed by Davis Concrete & Excavating.
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