Cleveland native becomes new owner of ‘A Christmas Story’ House in Tremont
But there’s officially a new owner of the popular tourist attraction to turn the infamous leg lamp light on. A Christmas Story House and Museum announced on Nov. 28 that it has reached an agreement for a change of ownership.
The current CEO, Joshua Dickerson, is taking an equity stake in the company to become Managing Partner, the company announced.
A Christmas Story House and Museum shared the following statement:
“A native Clevelander, Mr. Dickerson has been with the company for almost 16 years having assisted friends and family in their jobs at the company before being hired himself as a warehouse employee. Over the years Mr. Dickerson worked his way up to eventually become the CEO. While the face of the company has long been the founder, Brian Jones, the true work, and performance has been borne by Mr. Dickerson behind the scenes. It seemed only fitting that he should take the final step and become an owner. There are few things more fulfilling and rewarding in life than owning your own business. Congratulations Josh.”
Dickerson explains he has no plans to re-invent the wheel.
“Operations as normal. I know a lot of people were nervous. It’s staying in Cleveland, it’s staying open, I like to think we’re running a wonderful operation here so there’s really nothing to change.” he said. ” “I love all things Cleveland and it’s an awesome opportunity to represent something iconic and so known. I love this place, it’s part of me, it’s part of my family and I will take care of it like it’s one of my children. It’s an awesome opportunity,” said Dickerson.
The announcement comes just a couple weeks after the Greater Cleveland Film Commission is hosting Peter Billingsley, aka Ralphie, for Behind the Camera: “A Christmas Story” Official 40th Anniversary.
It was his first-ever public reunion with the cast since making the film, and his first-ever signing.
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