[1][2] The building is constructed of limestone with a brick facade, and features a large cast-iron eagle at the peak of the gabled roof overlooking Congress Avenue.

The building served as a bakery until the death of its Swedish born owner, Charles Lundberg (1835-1895), who had settled into Austin during 1872.

Short story writer William Sydney Porter frequented the bakery as he passed it to and from work while employed at the General Land Office Building.

The art gallery located on the third floor features a rotating schedule of exhibitions including artworks of local artists.

The Old Bakery and Emporium operates as a consignment store spotlighting handcrafted gifts and fine art by local artisans with a visitor information center for tourist looking for fun attractions around Austin.