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Opened May 23, 2024, the Schropp Dry Goods Shoppe is a charming store inspired by the town’s original dry goods store, which was owned by John and Maria Elizabeth Schropp, Goundie’s daughter and son-in-law, in the mid-1800s.
Thanks to the support of the Keystone Savings Foundation and Alloy5, the space will offer visitors an even more historical experience!
Schropp Shoppe: A New Shopping Experience
Step back in time and explore the commercial and cultural heritage of Bethlehem past with the unique retail experience at the Schropp Dry Goods Shoppe.
Experience the charm of a mid-19th-century dry goods shop, where you can choose from a curated selection inspired by what would have been found in the original shop, including food, tools, and whimsical “fancy” articles like cologne and soaps.
Immerse yourself in Bethlehem’s entrepreneurial history at the Schropp Dry Goods Shoppe!
Experience the city’s past brought to life and bring home a token to commemorate your visit today!
Thanks to the extensive and well-preserved records of both the original Schropps’ store and the boarding school for girls in Bethlehem, whose students were frequent patrons of the store, we have a clear picture of what was sold in the store in the 1800s. Much of it was merchandise we still buy – everything from groceries and stationery to hardware, China, and kitchen supplies. Almost everything a 19th-century household needed could be purchased at the local dry goods store.
Thank you to our Design Partner Alloy5
Alloy5, a Bethlehem-based architecture and design firm has lent their expertise to recreate the historic feel inside the buildings and improve the retail experience for local patrons and out-of-town guests.
Transforming a historic space into a welcoming, visually appealing retail space has been enjoyable for the team at Alloy5. We’re always happy to lend our creativity to support our community and proud to collaborate with Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites on the new Schropp Dry Goods Shoppe design.
Michael Metzger, President of Alloy5
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