Schimpff's Confectionery
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Schimpff's Confectionery is a historic candy maker, confectionery store, and museum located in Jeffersonville, Indiana, within the Old Jeffersonville Historic District.
History
[edit]The Schimpff family had been making candy in the Louisville, Kentucky area since the 1850s.[1]
The current premises were opened on April 11, 1891, by Gustav Schimpff Sr. and Jr.[2][3] and the family lived above the store.[4]
In 1937 the first and second levels of the business were flooded.[2]
The company is currently owned by fourth generation family members Jill and Warren Schimpff, who took over the business in 1990.[1][3][5]
Since 2000 the store has had two expansions to make room for a candy museum and a demonstration area for visitors to watch the candy being made.[4]
Recognition
[edit]It was featured on the History Channel's Modern Marvels in 2006[6] and by the Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana in 2004.[7] It is also noted as one of Indiana's seven "Hidden Treasures".[8]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b Zeigler, Connie (2011-08-17). "Schimpff's Confectionery Delights Generations of Candy Lovers". My Indiana Home. Retrieved 2023-01-11.
- ^ a b Schipper, Joel. "Schimpff's Confectionery celebrates 130 years in business". WDRB. Retrieved 2023-01-11.
- ^ a b Esarey, Jenna (April 11, 2016). "Schimpff's shows a sign of a different time". Louisville Courier-Journal.
- ^ a b "Schimpff's Confectionery blends tradition and innovation". Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery. 2018-12-11. Retrieved 2023-01-11.
- ^ St. Angelo, Lilly (February 12, 2021). "Schimpff's Confectionary Celebrates Valentine's Day And 130 Years". WFIU.
- ^ "Candy". Modern Marvels. Season 12. Episode 7. February 14, 2006. History Channel.
- ^ "Schimpff's Confectionery Embraces History". Indiana Landmarks. December 18, 2017.
- ^ "City of Jeffersonville - History". City of Jeffersonville, IN. Archived from the original on 2008-07-20. Retrieved 2009-05-25.
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