Hickey Freeman
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Hickey Freeman is a manufacturer of suits for men and boys, based in Rochester, New York, US, founded in 1899. The Hickey-Freeman Co. is the most distinguished of the once booming men's clothing industry based in Rochester at the start of the 20th century. Hickey Freeman tailored clothing continues to be made in the same storied Rochester facility opened in 1912.[1]
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Industry | Clothing |
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Founded | 1899; 125 years ago (1899) |
Founder | Jeremiah G. Hickey |
Headquarters | Rochester, New York |
Key people | List
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Products | Suits |
Website | hickeyfreeman.com |
The Hartmarx Corporation bought the company in 1964 and after several changes of ownership, Grano Retail Investments acquired the company including the Rochester factory in 2013. Authentic Brands Group currently owns the brand.[2] Hickey Freeman is not affiliated with the similarly-named H. Freeman, a brand owned by Individualized Apparel Group.[3]