Background
My wife, Lesley Silver, and I have operated the Attic Gallery (http://atticgallery.net) in downtown Vicksburg, Mississippi for more than 35 years. When we moved into our present building 10 years ago, we decided the downstairs should be a coffeehouse. It has taken us 9 years to decide to do it ourselves.
We are located downtown on Washington Street, which is the old Highway 61, that legendary Blues Highway celebrated in Bob Dylan's classic album. The highway parallels the Mississippi river on a journey from New Orleans to Memphis and beyond. We are situated within a short drive from several major folk art sites.
We strive to be a place where coffee culture and Southern culture intersect.
Keys to Success
Making people happy.
Special Events
We have live music every Thursday night. Sometimes we host a drum circle for people of any and all skill levels.
Target Customers
People who love/need coffee.
People who want to sit in a comfortable place and read, think, listen, watch, meditate, etc...
People who are travelling through who want to learn about southern culture, Highway 61, or just want a terrific coffee or espresso drink.
People who want to use the free wifi.
Lonely people.
Artists.
Musicians.
Teens.
Alta Kakkers.
Film lovers.
Philosphers.
Saints & Sinners.
Challenges Faced
Being found by everyone who doesn't know they are looking for us.
Bringing locals downtown.
Introducing serious coffee and espresso drinks to those who only know a cappuccino as something from a vending machine.
Where We're Headed
It would be wonderful to have the project paying for itself. Beyond that, I cannot dream.
