History
Today a mecca of modern furniture and design, the Helms District boasts a rich and flavorful past. First opening its doors in 1931, family-owned and -operated Helms Bakery supplied local residents with its fresh-baked bread delivered “Daily at Your Door” for over four decades. While no longer in the business of baked goods, the Helms Bakery building remains a cherished local landmark, recognized for its architectural significance.
Since purchasing the building in 1974, Walter N. Marks, Inc. — another family venture — has lovingly restored the historic structure and its famous Helms Bakery rooftop sign. The artisans that occupy its showrooms today share the same passion for quality and craftsmanship as the original Helms Bakers.
