Schimpff's Confectionery

Schimpff's Confectionery exterior

Schimpff's Confectionery is a historic candy maker, confectionery store, and museum located in Jeffersonville, Indiana, within the Old Jeffersonville Historic District.

History

The Schimpff family had been making candy in the Louisville, Kentucky area since the 1850s.

The current premises were opened on April 11, 1891, by Gustav Schimpff Sr. and Jr. and the family lived above the store.

In 1937 the first and second levels of the business were flooded.

The company is currently owned by fourth generation family members Jill and Warren Schimpff, who took over the business in 1990.

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.

Recognition

It was featured on the History Channel's Modern Marvels in 2006, by the Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana in 2004, and by ABC 20/20 on a television special entitled "Disney Celebrates America: The Pursuit of Happiness" in 2026. It is also noted as one of Indiana's seven "Hidden Treasures".

See also

References

  1. 1 2 Zeigler, Connie (August 17, 2011). "Schimpff's Confectionery Delights Generations of Candy Lovers". My Indiana Home. Retrieved January 11, 2023.
  2. 1 2 Schipper, Joel (April 11, 2021). "Schimpff's Confectionery celebrates 130 years in business". WDRB. Retrieved January 11, 2023.
  3. 1 2 Esarey, Jenna (April 11, 2016). "Schimpff's shows a sign of a different time". Louisville Courier-Journal.
  4. 1 2 "Schimpff's Confectionery blends tradition and innovation". Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery. December 11, 2018. Retrieved January 11, 2023.
  5. ↑ St. Angelo, Lilly (February 12, 2021). "Schimpff's Confectionary Celebrates Valentine's Day And 130 Years". WFIU.
  6. ↑ "Candy". Modern Marvels. Season 12. Episode 7. February 14, 2006. History Channel.
  7. ↑ "Schimpff's Confectionery Embraces History". Indiana Landmarks. December 18, 2017.
  8. ↑ Rucker, Erica (June 28, 2026). "Historic Jeffersonville candy shop and museum to be featured on Disney special". www.wave3.com. Retrieved August 20, 2026.
  9. ↑ "City of Jeffersonville - History". City of Jeffersonville, IN. Archived from the original on July 20, 2008. Retrieved May 25, 2009.

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