The Christmas Tree Shop was more than just a beloved New England landmark; it was a shopping destination offering an impressive variety of merchandise, including seasonal decorations, home décor, kitchenware, gourmet foods, gifts, and just about anything else shoppers could desire. As soon as you stepped inside, you’d discover items you never knew you needed—and who could resist a great deal?
Join us on Saturday, January 25th at 1 PM in the Hermann Room as local author Anthony Sammarco presents an illustrated talk on his latest book, “The Christmas Tree Shops: Don’t You Just Love A Bargain?”
Known as the “Balzac of Boston History” by the Boston Globe, Anthony Mitchell Sammarco is a distinguished historian and author who has penned numerous works on Boston’s rich history and development. He has been writing since 1995, with his 89th book, “The History of the Christmas Tree Shops,” set for publication in 2024. His accolades include the Bulfinch Award from the Doric Dames of the Massachusetts State House, the Washington Medal from Freedom Foundation, and a lifetime achievement award from both the Victorian Society and the Gibson House Museum. Sammarco serves as president of the Osterville Village Library, previously held the presidency of the Bay State Historical League, and was a corporator for the New England Baptist Hospital for ten years. He resides in Boston and Osterville on Cape Cod.
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