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Interest in the Western New York supermarket chain Wegmans continues to grow. The announcement that a Wegmans is considering a location in a new area causes hysterics among the nation’s foodies. The chain was founded in 1916 in Rochester, New York and expanded to Syracuse and then Buffalo before establishing stores outside of the “Empire State.”
If you are a fan of Wegmans, a trip to their Fairport Road store located in East Rochester is a MUST (Intersection of Fairport Road (Rt 31E) and Marsh Rd; Fairport/East Rochester.). Opened in 1958 and expanded in the 80s, this location is the OLDEST store in the chain. It retains much of its mid-century architectural charm including space-age roof design and retro interior details (pictures coming soon).
The Wegman’s Fairport Road store can be classified as an example of “mid-century” modern architecture. They style is usually defined as buildings constructed between the mid-1950s through the late 1960s. Typical mid-century architecture features include abstract shapes and curves, innovative use of materials, and a sense of humor and optimism. People also refer to this period as "googie", "jetset", "space age", "Jetsons", "populuxe", etc.
The Wegman’s Fairport Road store can be classified as an example of “mid-century” modern architecture. They style is usually defined as buildings constructed between the mid-1950s through the late 1960s. Typical mid-century architecture features include abstract shapes and curves, innovative use of materials, and a sense of humor and optimism. People also refer to this period as "googie", "jetset", "space age", "Jetsons", "populuxe", etc.
Retro Wegmans by Yoshi on Flickr. See more of his shots by clicking image.
WEGMANS LOST
This 60s era Wegmans in East Henrietta closed in 2008
Late 60s era Wegmans in Syracuse, NY (2003)
50s era Wegmans in Mt. Hope closed in 2003. At that time this location was the oldest and smallest of all stores in chain.
