Berkman Shoe Repair

Matchbook no.3 for my passion project, #brandingbacktolife. Each week I will post a new matchbook design for a historic, nearly-forgotten business from Georgetown’s past.

Mr. Berkman repaired shoes with a sewing machine and a hammer. He must've had a great memory too- When customers placed orders, he’d put their shoes in a big pile, and remember them by nothing more than their faces. When they returned he would look at their face, grab the shoes and wrap them up in newspaper with a cord bow.

Information is from “Georgetown’s Yesteryears -The People Remember”, a historical publication from the 1980’s by Preservation Georgetown. Truly a fun read if you want to learn more about the city!