Est. 1925
Our Story
Nearly a century of craftsmanship, quality, and shade.
American Awning was founded in 1925 with a simple belief: that every home and business deserves beautiful, lasting shade. What began as a small canvas shop has grown into one of the region's most trusted awning companies — but our commitment to handcrafted quality has never wavered.
Our Journey
Humble Beginnings
Our founder started American Awning with little more than a sewing machine, a bolt of canvas, and an unwavering work ethic. Operating out of a small workshop, he hand-stitched awnings for local storefronts and residences, earning a reputation for durability and precision that spread by word of mouth.
Growing with the Community
As the post-war building boom transformed neighborhoods across the region, American Awning grew alongside it. We expanded our workshop, brought on skilled fabricators, and began serving commercial clients — outfitting restaurants, hotels, and retail corridors with custom canopies that defined the streetscape.
Embracing New Materials
The introduction of high-performance acrylic fabrics and aluminum frames opened a new chapter for the industry. American Awning was among the first in the region to adopt these materials, combining modern durability with the same handcrafted attention to detail our customers had come to expect.
A Legacy Carried Forward
Now in our fourth generation of family ownership, American Awning continues to design and fabricate custom awnings, pergolas, and shade structures for residential and commercial clients. Every project is built in our local workshop by craftspeople who take pride in their work — just as our founder did nearly 100 years ago.
Ready to Start Your Project?
From a simple window awning to a full commercial canopy system, we bring the same care and craftsmanship to every job.