Looking for Furniture? Come to the Furniture Capital of the World!

When you are shopping for new furniture, you might want to head to the "Furniture Capital of the World," Gardner, Massachusetts.

Dating back to 1805, Gardner has been known for several factories of quality built furniture. While unfortunately some of these factories have closed over the years, there are still quite a few available.

The Factory Coop: Located at 45 Logan Street in Gardner specializes in solid wood bedroom and dining room furniture. Professional interior design service is also available. To get a hold of them directly, you can call 978 632-1447.

LaChance's Furniture Showrooms: They have two locations, one at 25 Kraft Street, Gardner, who's phone number is 978 632-9661 or another one at 501 West Broadway (Rte 2A), Gardner, Phone number: 978 630-3299. They feature over 50 famous brands with outlet prices, and is being run by a second generation!

R. SMITH FURNITURE: Located at 289 South Main Street, Gardner, Phone number: 978632-3461, they offer a complete line of colonial, traditional and country furnishings. They have a wide variety of solid wood bedroom and dining room furniture.

ROME'S FURNITURE CENTER: Located at 562 Main Street, Gardner, you can check out their website at www.romefurniture.com or call 978 632-0687. This former furniture factory has been restored into a showroom, including Thomasville Gallery, Lane Comfort Showcase and much more.

In nearby Templeton, Massachusetts, which is just a short trip down the highway, Gardner's furniture legacy lives on at another fine furniture store.

TEMPLETON FURNITURE: 162 Baldwinville Road, Templeton. For directions you can call at 978 939-5504. Templeton Furniture offers colonial, traditional, country and contemporary furniture. They also have an in-house gift shop you can visit.

On the other side of Gardner, is Winchendon, who has a furniture outlet as well.

WINCHENDON FURNITURE CO., INC: 13 Railroad Street, Winchendon, Phone number is 978 297-0131. They feature high quality furniture and accessories at a reasonable price. They also have discontinued and damaged products on sale at their warehouse.

From table lamps, to bedroom sets, you should be able to fulfill all of your furniture needs in Gardner and the surrounding area. Most furniture is locally made, but all furniture is high quality! You could spend a few hours or a full day looking at all the different options available for your home.

Gardner is convenient located in north central Massachusetts. Route 2 runs right through the middle, providing easy access from Boston to Springfield. If you are coming from the north, Route 140 connects right near downtown Gardner.

When you have time, stop by "The Chair City!"