Vision 2020, Civic Pride Committee, was pleased to present a certificate of appreciation to Michelle Patterson of Patterson Hardware for their support of our down town planter refurbishing project with the sponsorship of two pots near the store entrance.

This hardware store has been a mainstay in Fillmore since the early 1900’s. Fillmore was founded in 1888 and Michelle’s grandfather, Harvey Solomon Patterson, “Pat”, was already working there in 1919. The store was named, Hickey Brother’s Hardware at that time.

In the 1930’s, Harvey S. purchased the store from the Hickey family. Then in the 1950’s, Michelle’s father, Harvey Foster Patterson purchased the store from his father and established the motto of “House of Services”, to express their ideal for serving their customers.

Michelle manages the store for her mother, Emma, the current owner. When asked why they wanted to participate in this project, Michelle said they “wanted to help beautify the community.”

The store has a historical plaque mounted on the front of the building that tells more of its history and the interior has many historical farm implements displayed around the ceiling. Visit this traditional hardware store and experience small town service at its best.