Private company

Vonnegut Hardware Company

Indianapolis retailer, 1852–1965

The Vonnegut Hardware Company was an Indianapolis hardware store that operated from 1852 to 1965. It was founded by Clemens Vonnegut Sr., a German former textile ribbon salesman from Amsterdam, who arrived in Indianapolis around 1851.² Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1852Founded¹

HeadquartersIndianapolis¹

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The Vonnegut Hardware Company was an Indianapolis hardware store that operated from 1852 to 1965. It was founded by Clemens Vonnegut Sr., a German former textile ribbon salesman from Amsterdam, who arrived in Indianapolis around 1851.²

Timeline

1852Founded Founded¹

Links

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WikidataQ7941599

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