AN AMERICAN ORIGINAL SINCE 1977 J.McLaughlin was founded in 1977 by brothers Jay and Kevin with a mission to create a new American sportswear brand that offers two key components: classic clothes with current relevance and a retail environment with a neighborhood feel. MONDAY – SATURDAY : 10 AM – 6 PM SUNDAY : 11 AM – 5 PM Read more...

Women’s clothing retailer Providing women with Modern Classic Style since 1947 Talbots is committed to timeless and timely fashion, extraordinary quality and memorable service. For more information, visit our website: talbots.com Read more...

Essex Paint and Sip offers 2- 2.5 hour painting parties with light food, beer and wine. Patrons are led by local artists step -by- step as they create their own masterpiece on canvas. No experience required just bring your friends and your sense of humor. Essex Paint and Sip’s historic, restored bank is the perfect setting for your next fundraiser, birthday party Read more...

As a curator of chocolates I’ve found the best of the best and have brought it to Essex, CT. My premium collection is from New England family owned businesses that take pride in small batches, handcrafted chocolates. My Bean to Bar gift section is sustainable chocolate from around the world. I make my own recipes resulting in superb Chai, Cold Read more...

In a world where we give so much of ourselves to others; it is time to give love back to yourself. At Tris Anderson Photography, we specialize in contemporary portraiture and we will create a celebrity style portrait session just for you. If you would like glamorous portraits of yourself, classically simple photos of your family, a smart business profile Read more...

Welcome to Toys Ahoy!  The biggest little toy store in Essex, Connecticut.  Known for our broad and eclectic assortment of toys, games and books, we have something for everybody and every pocketbook. We offer a “kid friendly” environment, and for parents and grandparents a trip down memory lane. We believe that just because it’s Educational doesn’t mean it can’t be fun! Our Read more...

Quality Care Drug is an independently owned Connecticut pharmacy specifically devoted to servicing your pharmacy needs.  Our services are being offered to you as a cost savings option. Read more...

Located in the center of historic downtown Essex, One N Main offers unique and contemporary women’s clothing, jewelry, and accessories for women. One N Main offers a customized shopping experience that tailors to the needs of it’s clients. Deborah Thompson, owner, and her sales associates cater to them all: business women who want a classic, professional but unique look, vacationers Read more...

Newbury Place has been defining style since 2006.  We opened our Essex location in 2014 and our happy to offer a wide array of  fashion, accessory and gift brands. Southern Tide, Alex and Ani, Spartina, Scout, Inis and Thymes just to name a few. Located in the heart of Essex at 17 Main Street.  Stop in and enjoy the quintessential New Read more...

The Spa of Essex is an elegant day spa with a serene and sophisticated environment designed for even the most discriminating clientele.   Renew before, during and after treatments in the relaxation lounge and/or the sauna and steam lounge. Treatments include facials, massage, couples massage, body treatments, waxing and makeup application.  Each treatment is customized to meet individual needs and concerns. Read more...

Cheese is our passion. Whether it’s imported cheeses from Europe or farm-made local and domestic cheeses you’re looking for, we’re confident you’ll find something you like at our shop. Inventory is always expanding so there are always new flavors to explore. Enjoy an espresso, latte or tea while you browse our other specialty foods like charcuterie, smoked salmon, handmade pastas, Read more...

The Essex Art Association, a non-profit gallery located at 10 North Main Street, has been serving local artists since 1946. Located in a historic, unheated building, the gallery is seasonal but very active during the summer months. The association was founded as a place for artists to share and sell their work. This practice has continued and EAA is known Read more...

J. Alden Clothiers opened its doors in 1993 in the historic village of Essex, Connecticut. Our intention has always been to offer the finest clothing and furnishings while providing the highest measure of service possible. As the need for our clothing and services increased, we found it necessary to move to a larger location on Main Street in the center Read more...

The Griswold Inn Store ~ Goods & Curiosities, features an eclectic mix of products inspired by the Inn and New England – from their Early American and maritime heritage to Connecticut lifestyle and entertaining today.  Items include creatively-branded ‘Gris’ merchandise; hand-crafted and Connecticut-made products; limited edition prints of The Griswold Inn’s renowned art collection; home goods, select books, unique toys, Read more...

Haystacks Brand is made in Suttons Bay, MI. We are a woman’s clothing store that has been in business for more than 10 years. You can shop our location in Essex as well as 7 locations in Michigan and one in Delray Beach, FL. We are most famous for our bias skirt collections: Switchstacks Reversibles and Brazilian Two Tones. We Read more...

Spectrum Art Gallery in Essex, CT opened April 2014, an addition to the Arts Center Killingworth, a non-profit arts organization founded in 2003, serving the Connecticut shoreline and river valley from New Haven to Hartford, including Madison, Guilford, Chester and Old Saybrook. Spectrum showcases regional and national artists and artisans, both emerging and established. In addition to presenting painting, sculpture, Read more...

Located at the top of Main Street in Essex Village, Pough Interiors provides all that is beautiful, comfortable, and inspiring for your home.  With years of experience, we offer full service professional interior design services for projects of all sizes. Our retail showroom offers traditional, transitional and contemporary furniture, lighting, home accessories, artwork, tableware and gifts. Our design ministrations include Read more...