History of The Christmas Tree Shops: with Anthony Sammarco
Relive the magic of The Christmas Tree Shops, where every visit was a treasure hunt, in a lively talk with historian Anthony Sammarco.
Where and When
Dec 11, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Larz Anderson Auto Museum, 15 Newton St, Brookline, MA 02445, USA
All the Details
The Christmas Tree Shops: Don’t You Just Love a Bargain?
The Christmas Tree Shops was not just an icon of New England; it was a destination with stores that boasted a diverse assortment of merchandise from seasonal decorations, home decor, housewares, food, giftware, and just about everything else that the public just had to have. These were items you never thought you needed before stepping through the door, but who could resist a bargain? Founded in 1970 in Yarmouth port, it was “like walking into a closet full of surprise treasures.” One never knew what he might find, but the public, always on the hunt for bargains, began to find goods that not only pleased but stretched one’s budget. The word-of-mouth advertising attracted customers to Cape Cod, who returned time and again, never sure what they might find. This was what made the shop popular and created a sensation on Cape Cod.
Referred to as the “Balzac of Boston History” by the Boston Globe, Anthony Mitchell Sammarco is a noted historian and author of many books on the history and development of Boston, and he lectures widely on the history and development of his native city.
Anthony Sammarco will have copies of his book available for purchase after the event ($20.00 cash or check accepted).
Doors Open at 6:30pm-Presentation starts at 7:00pm
A limited number of tickets will also be available at the door. Cash or Card accepted.