The Simsbury Historical Society is holding its annual holiday market in the Ellsworth Visitor Center over a two-week period this December. The holiday market will feature Simsbury and “Simsbeary” themed gifts and apparel plus one-of-a-kind holiday gifts including jewelry, ornaments, handmade soaps, candles, artisanal food and more from 15 local craftspeople. Original art and prints from area artists will also be available for purchase. Complimentary gift wrapping with purchase will be provided by volunteers.
“Our holiday market is a popular event for Simsbury Historical Society members and regular visitors who know it’s a great place to find something different,” according to Jane S. McAlpine, executive director. “Newcomers are always pleasantly surprised to find such a wide selection of unique holIday gifts and lovely last-minute hostess gifts.”
Holiday Market hours are Thursdays through Sundays, December 5-8 and December 12-15 from noon to 4 p.m. in the Ellsworth Visitor Center. The Holiday Cafe will be held on Saturdays, December 7 and December 14 from noon to 4 p.m., in the Phelps Tavern Tea Room which will be festively decorated for the holiday season. Free coffee and tea will be served. Specialty coffees and teas plus homemade baked goods will be available for purchase. Parking is located at 10 Phelps Lane.
All Holiday Market and Cafe proceeds will benefit the Simsbury Historical Society, a non-profit organization that depends on community support to preserve Simsbury’s rich history.