Antiquing in the Hills
If you’re an antiques hunter, you probably already know Connecticut’s a top state for shoppers and dealers. But did you know none other than Martha Stewart has raved about Woodbury in particular, referencing it as “The Antiques Capital of Connecticut?” It’s a title and reputation that’s well-deserved, thanks 20 stores selling a wide variety of historic treasures.
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- Unique Antiques
- Dining & Staying
Unique Antiques
Woodbury boats an astonishing array of antiques shops, all surrounded by a town of historic homes and excellent restaurants and cafes. You can easily spend a full day strolling from shop to shop, exploring period furniture, décor, and art.
Discover oriental rugs at Abrash Galleries, farmhouse style and design services at Farmhouse Antiques, French Canadian finds at Monique Shay, art and porcelain at Madeline West Antiques, and acclaimed showrooms, world-famous gardens, and custom furniture at Mill House Antiques & Gardens. And in nearby Washington, check out George Home Antiques.
In between antiques stores, stroll through Hogpen Hill Farms, a 234-acre landscape sculpture park featuring 100 Edward Tuft artworks.
Dining & Staying
All that antiquing is bound to work up an appetite. And Woodbury offers so many shops, you may very well need to stay a couple days to see them all.
Grab a bite at Marketplace Kitchen & Bar, John’s Café, or a juice at New Morning Market Juice Bar & Café.
Head to Walker Road Vineyards, featuring several varieties of wine, as well as special events like art shows, play previews...even yoga and wine sessions! Then stay over at one of New England’s oldest inns, The 1754 House.
