The History and Future of Miesse Candies
In 1875, Ulysses S. Grant was President of the United States, Thomas Edison was on the cusp of inventing electric light, and Miesse Candies had just started making the most delicious sweet treats.
Shopping & Retail Articles
Fresh Face: Lisa Torba, J. Hilburn
From T-shirts to tuxedos, Lisa Torba is bringing her expertise as a J. Hilburn stylist to Downtown Lancaster in a luxurious new studio space.
Fresh Face: Sweetish
A Lancaster City staple, Sweetish’s new corner location is bringing even more sweetness to downtown. Tyler Graybeal opened Sweetish in 2019, and when he got the opportunity this spring to move to a bigger spot on North Queen…
Five spots to shop secondhand in Downtown Lancaster
Lancaster City is home to several vintage retailers who are making vintage fashion accessible. At each shop, you’ll find handpicked pieces that stand out from contemporary styles and serve as timeless looks for any season…
A Redefined Thrift Experience at Freedom Thrift
Twenty miles east of the heart of Downtown Lancaster, Freedom Thrift Secondhand Store is redefining the thrift store experience.
Finding the Common Thread at Filling’s
Filling's clothing store has a 92-year history and tradition of fine clothing and quality customer service.
Fresh Face: Central Market Flowers
Central Market Flowers on Queen is the newest addition to the Perfect Pots locations…
Lancaster Gifts Local: Fig’s 2021 Gifting Guide
Our unique small business community is a true gift that is worth celebrating. Each and every independent retailer has overcome incredible challenges as they’ve continued to fill the streets of Lancaster with inspiring and thoughtful goods…
Fresh Face: Laura Z Tai Fine Jewelry & Watches
Laura Wu, the owner of Laura Z Tai Jewelry & Watches, takes pride in finding beauty wherever she goes. From styling her friends and family for special events to exact cake decorating to helping a customer find the perfect piece of jewelry for a loved one…
Fresh Face: Ville & Rue
Lancaster’s very own Ville & Rue, run by local retail expert and interior designer Rebecca Addington, has moved to King Street.
