LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Nanz and Kraft Florists invites the community to help it celebrate 175 years as a family-owned business.
In a news release Friday, the florist said it was started by German horticulturist Henry Nanz, who made his home in Louisville. In 1850, he opened a florist business that was basically a small greenhouse at first. Nanz eventually opened a shop on 3rd Street and sold fruit trees and cut flowers. It grew from there.
Nanz daughter Sally married Henry A. Kraft Jr. By 1895, their son, Henry, took over the business. In 1958, the company assumed the name Nanz & Kraft Florists. It has continued to pass through the Kraft family. A more detailed history of the business is on their website.
Birthday Bash
A "Birthday Bash" is planned from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23 at the store on Breckenridge Lane in St. Matthews. The first 175 guests will get a complimentary rose.
Former and retired staff will be recognized by the Kraft family.
The event was designed to promote other local businesses and charities with booths, face painting, fire trucks and live music from Stone Groove. The dog-friendly party is open to the public.
Extra parking can be found at CrossRoads Christian Church at 2002 Shelbyville Road.
Nanz & Kraft Florists is located at 141 Breckenridge Lane in Louisville.
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