Lion Store Embroidered Dad Cap Hat
One size / Black
$29.99
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Celebrate a beloved Toledo retail name with this Lion Store Embroidered Dad Cap Hat. Founded by Frederick Eaton in 1857, the store became known through the two cast-iron lions that stood outside its downtown location. Its history continued through the growth of suburban shopping centers, a long period under Mercantile Stores, and the 1998 acquisition by Dillard’s. Whether worn around town or added to a collection, this piece connects everyday style with a distinctive chapter of local shopping history.
Lion Store began in Toledo, Ohio, in 1857, when New Englander Frederick Eaton opened a dry goods business that soon moved to a larger downtown location. Between 1859 and 1865, Eaton placed two life-size cast-iron lion statues outside the store; customers began calling it “The Lion Store.” The business moved to its final downtown site in 1866, with the lions going along. In 1890, following Eaton’s death, the store became part of H.B. Claflin & Company and was incorporated as The Lion Dry Goods Co. Mercantile Stores later acquired the business and operated the chain from 1914 until Dillard’s acquired it in 1998. The nameplate was retired in 1999. After World War II, Lion expanded with Toledo’s suburban growth, opening at Westgate Village Shopping Center in 1957 and Southwyck Shopping Center in 1972. Its downtown store closed in 1980, and later locations included North Towne Square and Franklin Park Mall. By 1998, the chain had three fashion apparel stores and two home furnishing stores in local malls. The Franklin Park location continues under the Dillard’s name, where the lion statues remain in the main atrium.
Celebrate a beloved Toledo retail name with this Lion Store Embroidered Dad Cap Hat. Founded by Frederick Eaton in 1857, the store became known through the two cast-iron lions that stood outside its downtown location. Its history continued through the growth of suburban shopping centers, a long period under Mercantile Stores, and the 1998 acquisition by Dillard’s. Whether worn around town or added to a collection, this piece connects everyday style with a distinctive chapter of local shopping history.
Lion Store began in Toledo, Ohio, in 1857, when New Englander Frederick Eaton opened a dry goods business that soon moved to a larger downtown location. Between 1859 and 1865, Eaton placed two life-size cast-iron lion statues outside the store; customers began calling it “The Lion Store.” The business moved to its final downtown site in 1866, with the lions going along. In 1890, following Eaton’s death, the store became part of H.B. Claflin & Company and was incorporated as The Lion Dry Goods Co. Mercantile Stores later acquired the business and operated the chain from 1914 until Dillard’s acquired it in 1998. The nameplate was retired in 1999. After World War II, Lion expanded with Toledo’s suburban growth, opening at Westgate Village Shopping Center in 1957 and Southwyck Shopping Center in 1972. Its downtown store closed in 1980, and later locations included North Towne Square and Franklin Park Mall. By 1998, the chain had three fashion apparel stores and two home furnishing stores in local malls. The Franklin Park location continues under the Dillard’s name, where the lion statues remain in the main atrium.
Product features
- Unstructured 6-panel body for a relaxed, low-profile fit
- Permacurv® precurved visor with 4-row stitching and color-matched underbill
- Self-fabric hideaway strap with antique brass buckle and grommet for adjustable fit
- 100% cotton construction (Green Camo variant 65% polyester / 35% cotton)
- Sewn-in label and brand sticker on visor; adult sizing (not for ages 0–3)
Care instructions
- Use warm water and dish soap and clean spots off your hat. It's not necessary to soak the whole item. For hard to clean spots use a soft bristled brush.
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Product information: Yupoong 6245CM, two year warranty in the EU and Northern Ireland
Warnings, Hazard: For adults. For adults. Not for use by ages 0-3
Care instructions: Use warm water and dish soap and clean spots off your hat. It's not necessary to soak the whole item. For hard to clean spots use a soft bristled brush.