Schimpff's Confectionery facts for kids
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 and by the Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana in 2004. It is also noted as one of Indiana's seven "Hidden Treasures".
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