Cruising Connecticut with a Picnic Basket, by Jan Mann

Marlborough Barn Closing

I was saddened to learn in a recent letter mailed to customers, that Marlborough Barn has closed its doors. As of this date, they are marking down prices on the entire stock of merchandise to prepare for a Retirement Sale, reopening for an invitation-only sale on August 26th, 27th & 28th and to the general public from August 29th through Labor Day.

Marlborough Barn was a natural for inclusion in the Shopping Picnic section of Cruising Connecticut with a Picnic Basket ~ the quality and variety of merchandise is unequaled, and the picturesque property, including duck pond with picnic tables makes picnicking a visual and relaxing experience.

Here is my opening chapter: "This may be a 'shopping picnic," but at Marlborough Barn it is also much more. As we wander through the Village, we discover treasures we didn't even know we wanted, oddities we have not seen anywhere else, and enough ideas to boggle the decorating mind."

On a personal note, I have been visiting this Connecticut Landmark with family and friends for as long as we can remember. For us, The Barn was always more than a destination; it was an event. One that will be missed.