Saturday, July 9, 2011

Western Auto Building

This 3 sided building was built in 1914 for the Coca Cola Co.   Western Auto took over the building in 1951 and placed the iconic sign on top.  Although this building is now lofts and has changed ownership over the years, the citizens of Kansas City will fight to keep the sign.

The Western Auto Supply Co was started in Kansas City in 1909 by George Pepperdine who also founded Pepperdine University. 

7 comments:

cieldequimper said...

Nice one. I like how the black and white makes even the lorry look older!

Birdman said...

A classic sign atop it too.

Sharon said...

What a great looking building. Interesting information about Pepperdine.

Leif Hagen said...

It's a handsome building with some history! It must have been a regional Coca Cola office as I think Atlanta was been the world headquarters, non? Fun to catch up on your blog this morning, Regina!

Randy said...

I remember Western Auto! I really like the design on this building. Perfect b&w photo.

RedPat said...

This wonderful building looks perfect in B & W. Nice one!

Jack said...

Nicely done, Regina. In black and white, it looks very 50s. I expect to see Ozzie and Harriet driving down the street.