The Old Cable Car Has a New Owner - Marc Allen Fine Clothiers Buys Building and Expands
Wednesday, October 05, 2022
The old Cable Car Cinema in Providence has a new owner — and will soon house the expansion of an existing business.
Marc Streisand with Marc Allen Fine Clothiers made the announcement on Wednesday.
“We have purchased both our existing building and the building next door (The Cable Car Cinema),” said Streisand. “We will remain open in our existing location while we begin building the next version of Marc Allen, right next door.”
GET THE LATEST BREAKING NEWS HERE -- SIGN UP FOR GOLOCAL FREE DAILY EBLASTThe Cable Car closed in 2019 after 42 years; a coffee shop went briefly in the space prior to the pandemic.
New Look on South Main
Streisand said the following about the move.
“I have to say, this acquisition has left me feeling several different emotions: excitement, fear, trepidation, exuberance and especially, pride!
With the help of a great team of people, (Colin, Will, Kenia, Josh, David, Mary, Petr, Kenny, and of course my family), @marcallenfineclothiers has taken a huge step into the future.
With our new space, we will revolutionize the way men experience shopping for their lifestyle. With the most special and unique brands the world has to offer, most only be found at our shop, we will help transform a man’s style into the look he wants and the fit he needs.
Keep an eye out for the very cool and exciting changes we are making to the iconic Providence spot.”
