Growing Up Fort Worth: A Conversation with Larry Brumbaugh
Fort Worth is more than just a place to Larry Brumbaugh; it’s the heart and soul that beats through the veins of Brumbaugh’s Furniture and Design. Growing up in the heart of Texas, Larry developed a profound appreciation for the region’s rich culture and heritage. This connection is the cornerstone of the store’s unique blend of Western charm and modern elegance.
We sat down with Larry to delve into his Fort Worth roots and how they’ve shaped his career. He painted a vivid picture of a city that has evolved dramatically yet retained its core values. “Fort Worth has always been a place of opportunity,” Larry shared. “The city’s spirit of resilience and innovation has inspired me throughout my life. We want Brumbaugh’s to be a reflection of that spirit, offering furniture that is both timeless and contemporary.”
Larry reminisced about a Fort Worth that was both familiar and different. From the city’s early days to its current status as a thriving metropolis, he’s witnessed its transformation firsthand. While the skyline has changed, the underlying sense of community and family has remained steadfast. These values are deeply ingrained in the fabric of Brumbaugh’s Furniture and Design. The store is more than just a place to buy furniture; it’s a reflection of the Fort Worth spirit. Larry’s passion for his hometown is evident in every piece carefully curated for the storefront.
Brumbaughs original location was at the corner of 28th and Main. “I remember when Fort Worth was just a dusty little cowtown, and the Stockyards were the heart of it all. Back in my day, the Stockyards were where cattle were driven in by the thousands, and you could smell the herd and hear the cowboys hollerin’ from miles away. But, oh, how things have changed,” said Larry. One of Larry’ s first jobs was actually a brand inspector in the stockyards, he has literally grown up on Main Street. “The cattle are long gone, but the Stockyards have grown into something I never could’ve imagined. They’ve kept that old Western charm, but now there’s music, shops, and tourists from all over, walking the same streets I used to ride my horse down. It’s a different place now, but you can still feel the history in every cobblestone, and that, to me, is what keeps Fort Worth alive.”
As we wrapped up our conversation, it was clear that Larry’s love for Fort Worth is the driving force behind Brumbaugh’s success. The store is not just a business; it’s a testament to a lifelong connection to a city that has shaped him and countless others.
