Henry the Hatter, the oldest hat shop in the nation, is opening it's doors for the last time today.
Founded in 1893, it is the oldest hat retailer in the United States.
Owner Paul Wasserman says he lost his lease due to rising rental prices, and must shut down the Detroit location.
“Over the past 124 years, as trends, culture and the economy evolved, we did too. I’m sad to see this era end but it was a business decision I did not make,” said Wasserman. “I encourage everyone, from those who visited the store when they were young to first time shoppers, to visit us at Henry the Hatter and help us say goodbye to a part of Detroit history.”
The Southfield location will continue to operate.
Celebrity customers include Kid Rock, Jeff Daniels, Jack White and Steve Harvey just to name a few.
