Will Ames Department Store return? Plan released to open dozens of stores/cafes across the country

New York – Will Ames Department Store return for real this time? It remains to be seen.

Late in 2022, according to a LinkedIn profile, Ames, basing out of New York, was set to return in the spring of 2023. The page stated that the re-opening would be spear headed by Molyneux Group, the owners of Bradlees Department Stores PLC.

A webpage that appeared to be tied to the Ames Department stores chain also referenced a spring 2023 return and that more would be announced in the coming months, relating to locations and opening dates.

When the announcement was made, those full of hope and nostalgia were looking forward to an Ames return, however, many became skeptical as time went on.

WJAR 10 began investigating the claims and stated that they were unable to get in contact with anyone from Molyneux Group and doubts that they were actually restarting Ames began to surface.

However, a website and X account claiming to be operated by Ames has made a new announcement.

“Ames” formally announced on the Twitter page that June 2026 is the new scheduled opening date for brick & mortar Ames locations. There are currently 35 locations planned to open across the United States by late 2027, with plans to add more locations during 2028.

The reported plan includes:

• -7 Distribution Centers to open near Ames locations to handle deliveries.
• -Ames Cafe will be available at all 35 locations.

• -New Ames website will allow Online Ordering & Home Delivery.
• -Click & Collect will be available from participating locations.
• -Plans for a Pharmacy have been submitted at participating locations.

Is the return for real this time? We will have to wait until 2026 to find out.