Took the kids to see The Enchanted Village at Jordan's Furniture.
A Little History of the display
The Spirit of Boston’s Holidays
Throughout the
1960s and into the 1970s, Jordan Marsh displayed the Enchanted Village
in its Downtown Crossing store. The heart-warming display quickly became
an integral part of New England’s seasonal celebrations. Until 1972,
when Jordan Marsh closed the display, a trip to The Village was a
traditional event.
A Tradition in Jeopardy
The
Enchanted Village remained closed from 1972 until its rebirth in 1990.
Then, in 1998, when Macy’s purchased Jordan Marsh, the Village was sold
to the City of Boston for a City Hall Plaza display. In 2003, a lack of
funding forced the Village to move to the Hynes Convention Center. By
2006, Boston stopped displaying The Village altogether. In 2009, the
Village was put up for auction.
A Local Custom Continues
Jordan’s
Furniture purchased the surviving pieces of the Enchanted Village at
auction in May of 2009 and restored the vintage collection to its former
glory. The Village is on permanent display here in Avon, and is open
for all to enjoy during the holiday season. Whether you’re reliving your
youth or starting a new family tradition, Jordan’s hopes your holidays
are as enchanting as the Enchanted Village.
The Village is on permanent display in Avon, and will re-open next winter, 2013
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