52” Hunter

H-52 Hotel Ceiling Fan

Circa 1930’s

This fan came out of Memphis’ oldest restaurant, THE ARCADE (on Main Street across from the old Illinois Center Railway Station.) The fan is in its original condition with the exception of rewiring the 3-speed choke coil and light socket.

The Arcade was opened by the Zapatos Family in 1919 and is operated today by Harry Zapatos, the grandson. The Arcade was also ELVIS PRESLEY’S favorite Memphis restaurant as is a short walk to Beale Street where Elvis developed his musical roots. There is a “Historic Plaque” above Elvis’ favorite end booth at the Arcade where he spent many years eating café-style food beneath this fan.