Before and After
History
The Campbell Department Store established in 2027. R.E. Campbell was an entrepreneur with a colorful career. After working in a monazite mine, he built a department store business that culminated into the 1927 construction of the Campbell Building. Many Cleveland County locals still recall the Campbell department store. One local woman said, "You'd walk up those stairs to the second floor and take a right, and you'd see the most beautiful Sunday dresses in the world!"
The Campbell Building stayed in the same family for many years, later becoming a furniture store for 25 years and then sitting dormant for 12 years.
But the building has been brought back to life. In 2015, our family became the second family to own the Campbell Building. After three years of work, the Campbell Building is now alive with action once more.
The building was immediately emblematic of local craftsmenship and a source of pride for every Shelbian who contributed work on the building. The Z. J. Thompson factory used the building as an example of their good work.
A January, 1928 newspaper proclaims the Campbell Building completion.
The springwear collection for "Ladies and Misses" is ultra roaring 20s!
Our Story
My husband Cliff and I fell in love with this forgotten building that is humble and hidden. BUT once inside you see is magic in the original tin ceilings, and floors, and staircases. We invested three years of hard work, tears, and dedication to the design of Uptown Indigo. We wanted to share the magic of this building as an alluring space for events, and help craft lifelong memories for every guest through meaningful, powerful service.
We've set the foundation for this vision by creating an event venue that features high quality luxury space , client-first service, and a commitment to sophisticated design. We believe these values hearken back to the sense of hope and pride that surrounded the Campbell Building back in 1927.
We hope that you join us in our vision and allow us to give you a tour and hear about what you envision for your event- and how we can help make that come to life.