Nice little update from our friends at the Dowtown Mobile Alliance.
Downtown Real Estate & Development News
Admiral Semmes Hotel Purchased
Pressure washer and workers cleaning on Government Street last week were the first visible sign that the Admiral Semmes Hotel was purchased by the owner of the Holiday Inn, Ms. Mallick. The Admiral Semmes will undergo a multi-million dollar renovation similar to what the Holiday Inn went through a couple of years ago. The hotel will get a new flat; it will be dropping the Radisson brand. In addition to the cleaning, some needed deferred maintenance will be tended to. The hotel is also retraining the staff to improve the standards of service. The new owner also wants to restore the historic dignity to the hotel. The Admiral Semmes has 170 rooms and 7,000 SF of meeting space. Now, between both properties, the hotelier locally has 376 hotel rooms, 17,000 SF of meeting space and both hotels are full service with restaurants, lounges and banquet facilities.
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Papillion - Vintage Retail
Papillion,a new vintage consignment store, opened July 23 at 9 S. Joachim Street. Located across Conti Street from 219, Papillion is described by owner Shar Begnaud, as "an eclectic assortment of mostly old stuff." Shar describes her merchandise as "stuff" because she doesn't want her visitors to take the antiques too seriously. She feels that the feedback is very positive and that young people especially appreciate her items, but do not want to be intimidated by going in "your parent's antique store." She gets her merchandise from salvage places, yard sales, estate sales, and even from the passing of acquaintances. Her hours are M-Th 10-6 and Sat 1-6 and also during special events such as Saenger events and the Farmer's market. For more information or to speak with Shar Begnaud call or email her at 405.5877 or Email Shar
[email protected].
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Entre Arts, Island Thyme Eats & Arts, Devlin Wilson Studio & Gallery and Handmade in Alabama
453 Dauphin St. will soon be filled with new artists and great smells. The four new tenants include Entre Arts, Devlin Wilson Studio & Gallery, Handmade in Alabama, and Island Thyme Eats & Arts. Entre Arts is a shared office space environment for artists and entrepreneurs according to David Calametti, the program manager. Entre Arts simplifies the process of starting and growing entrepreneurial ventures. The project is similar to a commercial incubator with tiered business space and the tools and services needed for a professional office. Prospective tenants range from small non-profits, to consultants, to artists. The Devlin Wilson Studio & Gallery will also call 453 Dauphin St. home. Devlin's work is known around Mobile and having a studio and gallery in the heart of downtown will create new opportunities to interact with customers. Homemade in Alabama will feature crafts from artisans across the region and soon from across the state. Island Thyme Eats & Arts will add another wonderful restaurant to Dauphin Street. Previously at Government and Catherine streets, Island Thyme is known for its great sandwiches, wraps and wonderful art. For more information call David Calametti at 251.694.0457.
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Aunt Chelle's
Downtown Mobile will soon have another dining option. Located in the former site of Loretta's and Noell B's, Aunt Chelle's will be serving breakfast and lunch at 19 S. Conception between the hours of 6AM and 2PM. Owners Michelle and Wilson Praytor hope to open November 1 with a "Waffle House" style breakfast and with sandwiches and specials for lunch. Their breakfast will feature a specialty of corned beef hash, eggs to order, biscuits, toast, bacon and sausage. Lunch will start out with specials in order to get feedback, but they will also feature delicious sandwiches with all meats roasted in house: as "holiday sandwiches" served everyday. For more information call or email Michelle at 251.554.3936 or Email Michell Praytor -
[email protected].
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New Art Gallery - Kangal Gallery in the Sail Loft
Scheduled to reopen September 10, 2010 the Kangal Gallery in the Sail Loft will be a unique art gallery located at 58 N. Royal Street. Originally open just a couple of days a week, plus during Art Walk, the new redeveloped business will be a permanent fixture in the art community. The co-operative art gallery will have 25, six foot by eight foot spaces for artists to rent. There will also be a loft space for artists to work in while they are in the gallery. The business will have artists of all media present. Currently committed are photographers, painters and jewelers. Susan Kangal describes the gallery as a gift shop, where patrons will be able to find unique treasures. An unofficial motto is "local artists, local work, and affordable works of art." The showcased art will be for absolutely all budgets; there will be something for everyone. Hours are Tuesday-Friday: 10:30-5:30; Saturday: 10:30-3:30 and Sunday for special events. For more information call or email Susan Kangal at 251.434.0330 or Susan Kangal -
[email protected].
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