Memorial Day Facts
This war lead to the creation of Memorial Day.
The Civil War
This is celebrated on the second Sunday of May.
What is Mother's Day
The year Havertys first opened.
1885
St. Petersburg's nickname.
Sunshine City (Avg 361 days of sunshine/yr)
This was the date that Havertys - St. Petersburg opened.
Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024
This city hosts the largest Memorial Day parade.
Washington D.C.
This is May's birthstone.
Emerald
He founded Havertys.
J.J. Haverty
Art enthusiasts will be thrilled to visit the renowned artists museum in St. Petersburg.
Salvador Dali
The most recent new hire for the St. Petersburg store.
Jason Ross
This flower is associated with Memorial Day.
The red poppy
This word is used as a distress signal in radio communications around the world.
Mayday
This is what A.C.E. stands for.
Approach. Connect. Engage.
At 4.1 miles long and 19 stories high, it is the western hemisphere’s largest suspension bridge.
The Sunshine Skyway Bridge.
This is the best selling upholstery group so far in 2026.
Haven
This sporting event is typically held on Memorial Day weekend.
The Indianapolis 500
May is named after this Roman Goddess of furtility.
Maia
The number of Havertys stores open today.
130
This is the date when St. Petersburg was incorporated.
February 29, 1892
The Upholstery category makes up approximately this percentage of total sales.
44%
This is the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day.
Memorial Day honors those killed in service, Veterans Day honors all who served.
The first of this popular product was sold on May 8, 1886 in Atlanta, Georgia.
Coca-Cola
The number of states where you can find a Havertys store.
17
This animal is featured on St. Petersburg's city flag.
White Pelican
This is the approximate Sq. Footage of the Havertys store.
32,000 sq ft. (32,349)