High Point, North Carolina: World's Largest Chest of Drawers
Town landmark built in 1926 and completely remodeled in 1996. Thirty-eight feet tall, accessorized with two giant socks hanging from one of its drawers.
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The building has been sold, and the word is that it will be remodeled (interior only!) into an office building, the home of the High Point Jaycees, and that the exterior will be "maintained".
It is open during weekdays, and is open to the public.
[Dan, 04/18/2009]The World's Largest Bureau, and the building to which it is attached, now has a "For Sale" sign on it. Hopefully the new owner will continue to maintain this impressive roadside attraction.
[M. Eggimann, 08/27/2006]
Here is an updated view of the Giant Bureau. Notice that there is a "For Sale" sign in front. Also some news on the Big Chair in my home town of Thomasville. It was recently restored and in 2002, during the 150th town celebration, a 50 yr old time capsule buried at the base of the Big Chair was opened. The contents can be viewed at the city hall building, less than a block away from the square.
[David Yemm, 05/18/2005]
In my hometown, High Point, NC...it's the Big Bureau! Actually the world's largest bureau, located only ten minutes from Thomasville, home of the World's Largest Chair. The Big Bureau is the home of the High Point Jaycees, on Hamilton Street less than a mile from the center of downtown. It recently enjoyed a major makeover and is truly a sight to behold-- Queen Anne style, giant wood bureau, complete with a pair of socks hanging out of one drawer.
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World's Largest Chest of Drawers
- Address:
- 508 North Hamilton St., High Point, NC
- Directions:
- I-85 exit 111. North on Main St./US 311 for five miles. Cross the railroad tracks, then in five blocks turn right onto Westwood Ave. The Chest is two blocks straight ahead, at the intersection of Westwood and Hamilton St.
- Hours:
- Lit at night. Local health policies may affect hours and access.
- RA Rates:
- Major Fun
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