A Second Chance to Attend the Annual Esperance Historical Museum Barn Sale

By Heather Skinner

ESPERANCE — Saturday, September 6th turned out to be a record fundraiser Barn Sale at the Esperance Historical Museum according to Esperance Historical Society President Ken Jones. Despite the rainy weather, visitors also stayed to explore the Museum after shopping.

Jones credited their volunteers for doing a great job. Jones also credited Carriage Barn Curator, Scott Lavigne, for doing a wonderful job getting the word out about the event that was the go-to place for a large variety of items. Barn Sale finds included books, picture frames, artwork, Christmas decorations, housewares, small appliances, office supplies, kids’ toys, furniture, antiques, and duplicates from their Museum collection of vintage newspapers, magazines, and prints.

This is one of the Museum’s biggest fundraising opportunities and they started posting an open call for donations on Facebook in July. Those who follow the Esperance Historical Museum on Facebook were also treated to Barn Sale Sneak Peek posts leading up to the event. One featured a photo of a,” vintage Japanese Lustreware tea set, with its iridescent glow,” which was deemed, “perfect for collectors, display, or even a special tea party.” Another sneak peek was of an adorable wicker bear hamper that, “comes with a story! We were told it once came from the Smithsonian and is at least 25 years old.”

Their posts promised fun surprises saying, “You never know what you’ll discover at our Barn Sale.” Excitingly, you won’t have to wait a whole year for your next chance to check out what treasures await you at 123 Church Street, as they will feature another Barn Sale on October 11th during their Soup and Stroll. This year their Soup and Stroll guided walking tour through the village will focus on, “streets that carry the names of Revolutionary War veterans.”

The Soup and Stroll is free to attend, but pre-registration is required while space is available. Jones invites you to, “Come early for deals.” The stroll will start from the Museum at 1 PM and end with homemade soup available, “at the Methodist Church Education Building’s Tiffany Community Room.” The Barn Sale will run that day from 10 AM – 2 PM.

Get your free Soup and Stroll tickets at https://soupnstroll2025.eventbrite.com/ and follow the Esperance Historical Museum on Facebook for updates.

Ken Jones confirmed that this Wicker Bear Hamper will still be available during your second chance at the Annual Barn Sale at The Esperance Historical Museum (123 Church Street) on October 11th from 10 AM – 2 PM. Photo from the Esperance Historical Museum Facebook Page.

Photos thanks to Scott Lavigne and Ken Jones from a previous Soup and Stroll event.

Photos thanks to Scott Lavigne, Sandra Farah, and Ken Jones from September 6th Esperance Historical Museum Barn Sale that took place in the Carriage Barn.