Thursday, May 8, 2025
Discover Treasures at the Glebe House Attic Sale
Get ready to step back in time and uncover vintage gems at the Attic Sale hosted by the historic Glebe House Museum in charming Woodbury, Connecticut! Join the fun on Saturday, May 18, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, where antique lovers, collectors, and curious shoppers alike can browse a curated selection of unique finds. From antique furniture and elegant home décor to garden treasures, fine china, artwork, and exquisite glassware, this sale offers something for every style and taste.
This year’s sale is extra special as the Glebe House Museum is celebrating a remarkable milestone - 100 years as a house museum, preserving the rich tapestry of early American life. Don't miss the centerpiece of the centennial celebration—a glamorous Great Gatsby-themed gala on Friday, June 27 at 6 p.m. at Aria in Prospect. Enjoy an evening of live music, gourmet food and drinks, signature cocktails, and thrilling silent and live auctions. It’s the perfect excuse to dress your best and raise a glass to a century of history, story telling, preservation, and Connecticut spirit. Tickets to this gala event, Cheers to 100 Years are now available online at www.glebehousemuseum.org
Built around 1750 and lovingly restored in 1923 under the vision of Henry Watson Kent—the mastermind behind the American Wing of the Metropolitan Museum of Art—the Glebe House stands as a living tribute to colonial heritage. Every dollar spent at the Attic Sale goes directly to supporting its restoration and educational programs, including the stunning Gertrude Jekyll Garden.
So, whether you’re a seasoned antique hunter or just love a good find, come shop for a cause and take home a piece of history. Cash, checks, and credit cards accepted, but please—no early birds! Let the treasure hunt begin!
Whether you're a dedicated collector or a casual browser, this event promises plenty of exciting finds—and every purchase helps support the ongoing restoration and educational programs of the Glebe House Museum and The Gertrude Jekyll Garden. Located at 49 Hollow Road, the museum is a local gem with deep colonial roots, lovingly restored thanks to the vision of Henry Watson Kent. Cash, checks, and credit cards accepted—but no early birds, please!
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