29 Apr The Adirondack Trading Post Set To Open In Ticonderoga – A Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting To Be Held
The Adirondack Trading Post, a makers co-op retail space is set to open in Downtown Ticonderoga on May 1st, 2021, adding to the area’s retail options. A Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Celebration in coordination with the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce will be held on Thursday, May 13th at 4:00 PM. As part of the celebration, the team at The Adirondack Trading Post will be giving away a door prize package. Stop in from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM on May 13th to visit, shop, tour the new business, and enter to win. The Adirondack Trading Post is located at 102 Montcalm Street in Ticonderoga, NY.
May 13th will be an opportunity to tour and support one of the newest businesses in Ticonderoga. Participating in the makers co-op space as key partners are Huddy & Co, Ticonderoga Trading Post, Punky Noodles, North Road Soap Co., and Down Home Appeal.
In addition to the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce, representatives from the Town of Ticonderoga and the Ticonderoga Montcalm Street Partnership will participate in the event.
The initial concept for the space came from Pam Lemza Putnam owner and artist at Maiden By The Lake, a few years ago. The timing did not seem to work out but the Chamber loved the concept and the passion Pam and other local small businesses had for the future, the community and their businesses. Over the last year the concept has come back to life with Huddy & Co. (Jaimee Kuhl) and Ticonderoga Trading Post (Scarlette Merfeld) joining together. From there, this dynamic duo ran with the concept, got other local makers involved, and have been working diligently to make it a reality. The team also has been assisted by a couple of local/regional organizations including the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce and the Adirondack North Country Association.
“Not only do we want all area businesses to grow and succeed. We want the community to continue on its positive path forward. Offering more options for shopping will benefit the other retail shops, restaurants, and the community by bringing additional traffic into the business districts. We love where we live and want to do all we can to assist in the community’s growth,” Jaimee Kuhl – Owner of Huddy & Co. and Partner at The Adirondack Trading Post.
The local makers have been very successful operating their own businesses, crediting the support of the local community. They are now in a position to bring their skills together to offer a new and exciting opportunity for local residents, surrounding communities, and the many visitors to the area.
“I am thankful to be working with a group of extremely talented and dedicated women to bring The Adirondack Trading post to life. We plan to offer a wide variety of products that compliment not only each other but other area retailers. Our plan is not to compete but to bring more business to all. I would like to thank the Chamber and their partners for their support. They are a valuable asset to existing businesses and those interesting in starting a business,” stated Scarlette Merfeld, Ticonderoga Trading Post & Partner at The Adirondack Trading Post.
The store will be entirely staffed by the five main makers. Year-round hours are scheduled to be Wednesday through Sunday from 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM with possible extended hours seasonally during the summer and the holiday season.
Follow The Adirondack Trading Post on facebook to stay up to date on news, events, and much more. For more information on the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Celebration contact the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce at 518-585-6619, visit www.ticonderogany.com or the TACC facebook page.