Greg Harkins Chairs,

268 Mississippi 16, Canton, MS 39046

Greg Harkins Chairs is a unique furniture store located in Canton, Mississippi, United States. Specializing in handcrafted chairs and other furniture, Greg Harkins follows techniques passed down from the mid-1800s. With over 25 years of experience, including three years as an apprentice under Master Chairmaker Tom Bell, Greg is dedicated to preserving the art of chair making.

A graduate of Mississippi State University, Greg is a Fellow Member of the Craftsmen’s Guild of Mississippi and a member of the American Craft Council and the Louisiana Craft Council. He personally selects trees for lumber, mills the wood, hand-turns all parts, assembles the furniture, and finishes each piece. Each item is signed, dated, and guaranteed for life.

Using the shrink fitted technique, Greg creates durable and high-quality furniture that takes approximately 25 hours to make. The backs and bottoms of his chairs are woven by hand, adding a personal touch to each piece. Despite his many talents, Greg humbly admits that he doesn't do everything at once. Visit Greg Harkins Chairs to experience the beauty and craftsmanship of his handcrafted furniture.