Long ago, the video below evokes the nostalgia of TG&Y stores, a testament to forgotten community spirit. Founded in 1936 in Norman, Oklahoma, TG&Y symbolized unity, born from visionaries Robin Tomlinson, Les Gosselin, and Raymond Young. Starting small, it thrived, reaching 127 outlets under Butler Brothers of Chicago by 1957. TG&Y’s influence endured, with supervisor David Green founding Hobby Lobby. Despite a transformation in 1980, the iconic chapter closed by 2002. The video captures this bittersweet farewell, inviting you to rediscover a rich history and share the warmth of the past.
