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Sherrill Furniture Celebrates Milestone at HPMKT
October 7,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
Sherrill Furniture will mark an extraordinary milestone - 80 years of American craftsmanship, design, and innovation - with a can’t-miss day of celebration during High Point Market, culminating with an exclusive anniversary party on Oct 24, from 5 to 7 p.m. Hosted by Steele Marcoux, Editor-in-Chief of Veranda, the anniversary event will take place at the Sherrill Showroom located at 315 Fred Alexander Place, High Point, NC.
Open to High Point Market attendees, guests will join industry leaders, designers, and special guests including Mr. and Mrs. Howard and Lillian August, as the Sherrill family raises a glass to eight decades of artistry and fine craftsmanship. Featuring cocktails, light bites, along with lively entertainment and plenty of social media-worthy photo opportunities, attendees can RSVP at www.sherrillparty.com.
80 Years, One Incredible Day
The anniversary party headlines a daylong schedule of activations across every floor of the showroom, making it one of the most anticipated destinations of High Point Market:
- Revolution Bar Cart (12 – 8 pm, outside the Sherrill Showroom) – Revolution Fabrics will partner with Proper Pour Events to serve specialty cocktails, including Revolution ‘Ritas and Aperol Spritz.
- Red Dog Farm Puppy Petting Zone (4 – 6 pm, sponsored by Revolution Fabrics) – Relax and unwind with adoptable animals from Red Dog Farm Animal Rescue.
- Champagne Diva in the Lillian August Showroom (2nd Floor) – Experience sparkling glamour with the Champagne Diva, a one-of-a-kind performance-meets-entertainment experience.
- Speakeasy Whiskey Bar in the Precedent Showroom (3rd Floor) – Step back in time with Prohibition-era cocktails, vintage décor, and speakeasy-inspired ambiance.
- WithIt Networking Event (5:30 – 6:30 pm, 1st Floor) – A dedicated networking opportunity for women leaders in the home and furnishings industry, running concurrently with the anniversary party.
Social Media Moments
Throughout the day, Sherrill will offer plenty of social media-worthy photo opportunities, including a magazine cover photobooth, the dazzling Champagne Diva, and immersive settings like the Speakeasy Whiskey Bar. Guests will be encouraged to capture and share their experiences, using the hashtag #80YearsOfSherrill making the Sherrill Showroom a must-visit stop for memorable Market moments.
Honoring Craftsmanship & People
As much as the day is about celebrating eight decades of design, it is also about honoring Sherrill’s employees and their craftsmanship. Throughout the showroom, features will spotlight the artisans, upholsterers, and team members who bring Sherrill Furniture to life everyday - underscoring the company’s legacy as a leader in American-made, bench-crafted furniture.
80 Years of Heritage
Founded in 1945 by Oscar Truman “O.T.” Sherrill, Sherrill Furniture began as a small upholstery company built on values of integrity, craftsmanship, and independence. Today, the business has grown into a family of brands - including Sherrill Furniture®, Hickory White®, Sherrill Occasional®, Precedent®, MotionCraft®, Whittemore-Sherrill™, Lillian August® for Hickory White®, and Mr. & Mrs. Howard for Sherrill Furniture®.
Now led by the third generation of the Sherrill family, with the fourth already taking root, Sherrill continues to set the standard for American craftsmanship while innovating for the future.