Moses Tucker Real Estate Inc. and Michelle and Leroy DuBre of Kilwins on Thursday announced that the DuBres have signed a lease for 301A President Clinton Ave. in the historic Melton Building in downtown Little Rock and plan to open The Barn Mercantile there.
The DuBres’ plan is to open the store in August and use the 1,720-SF retail space to design their own custom art pieces as well as serve customers who want to shop privately, according to a news release. They plan to focus on southern folk art in a modern, rustic setting.
The shop will offer products from local artisans, including custom wooden barn quilts, local t-shirts, an organic cosmetic line, local artisan gifts, local handmade soaps and candles, apparel, nostalgic candies, home decor, children’s toys and dog treats.
John Martin, principal and vice president of commercial brokerage at MTRE, is the exclusive broker for Melton Properties LLC.
Also, according to the release, the building was constructed around 1870 with a hotel on the second floor and retailers on the ground level. A 1900 tornado damaged the west side, and the exterior was remodeled by renowned Arkansas architect Charles Thompson.