Specialties: The Carhartt Store in Crossgates Mall is situated in Albany, NY, at the junction of I-87 and I-90, the busiest section of the New York State Thruway. Since the late 18th Century, Albany has made a name for itself as a center of trade and transportation, and was home to some of the earliest railway systems in the world.
That's why you'll see a few subtle nods to the railroad indust...Specialties: The Carhartt Store in Crossgates Mall is situated in Albany, NY, at the junction of I-87 and I-90, the busiest section of the New York State Thruway. Since the late 18th Century, Albany has made a name for itself as a center of trade and transportation, and was home to some of the earliest railway systems in the world.
That's why you'll see a few subtle nods to the railroad industry when you step through the doors at the Carhartt Store. Opened in April 2012, we cater to the hardworking men and women of the Capital District, while also building brand awareness with the locals. We strive to uphold the beliefs and values of a company that began back in 1889. WE ARE Keepers of the Carhartt Legacy. Established in 1889. Hamilton Carhartt was born in 1855 in Macedon Lock, New York. He grew up in Southern Michigan and his entrepreneurial style was reflected in the modifying of his last name by adding an extra "t" to ensure he would stand out from other businessmen. He initially established a furnishing business which would continue to drive his ambition to succeed and lead him to create his own products.
With some helpful advice from his first potential buyer, he realized his products had to be different. After talking with a railroad engineer, he created an overall garment specifically for the railroad worker which had never been made before. Hamilton Carhartt founded his namesake company in 1889 and began making work wear with a single goal in mind: Set a standard of excellence to which all others would aspire.see more