You likely know Reynolds Tobacco Co. and Hanesbrands: two of Winston-Salem’s most iconic, longest-standing institutions.
But they’re certainly not the only homegrown companies with deep roots in our city.
Today, we’re highlighting local bizzes that have been here and members of the Chamber of Commerce for at least 50 years (many for decades longer), helping shape the community we love today.
🚧 Built to last
Blum Construction (est. 1923) has been behind some of WS’s most recognizable landmarks for more than a century, including Kaleideum, the Stevens Center, and the War Memorial Coliseum.
🧱 Brick by brick
Founded in 1922 by Flake Steele, Sr., Pine Hall Brick is still owned and run by the Steele family’s fourth generation.
🍪 Sweet tradition
Dewey’s Bakery (1930) was founded in downtown WS during The Great Depression, where it became famous for its crisp Moravian Cookies.
🛍️ Shopping strong
Hanes Mall opened in 1975 and still hosts several original tenants, including Belk, JCPenney, and the Cookie House.
Honorable mentions: Smith Phillips (1880), Quality Oil Company (1929), Garner Foods (1929), and Flow Automotive (1957).
