Founded in 1906, by Midway dry goods dealer, Edward Wise, the company has come a long way. Originally located at 159 E. Short St., the company grew out of the burley tobacco business. Wise began making covers for the horse-drawn wagons loaded with tobacco that came to Lexington's warehouses every fall.
From wagon covers, Wise moved to tents and awnings. The company grew to branches in Knoxville and Louisville. After Wise's death in 1940, his son, the late Tom Wise, took over the business, and consolidated operations in Lexington. The company sells and manufactures a variety of products nationally, and internationally, for individuals, business, industries and organizations.
From wagon covers, Wise moved to tents and awnings. The company grew to branches in Knoxville and Louisville. After Wise's death in 1940, his son, the late Tom Wise, took over the business, and consolidated operations in Lexington. The company sells and manufactures a variety of products nationally, and internationally, for individuals, business, industries and organizations.
Services
Our Custom-Made Awnings and Awning-Kits enhance your home or business with that just right first impression. We make the awnings, that get noticed, and add curb appeal. Get a great look, with long lasting and beautiful custom awnings, and for less than you'd think. We also carry an extensive product line for the Do It Yourself awning styles.
More than a Century of Service, Quality, and Custom Craftsmanship. Businesses in Kentucky, and across America have been turning to Southern Tent and Awning since 1906. We design and custom manufacture commercial and industrial awnings, canopies, covers, windbreaks, valances, curtains, shades and more.
