Ribbon Cutting Celebration Welcomes New Chapter at Sea Gypsy

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Hanover, PA – Main Street Hanover proudly celebrated the ribbon cutting at Sea Gypsy, a whimsical and eclectic shop located at 36 York Street, Hanover, on Friday, August 22 at 12:00 pm. The event marked the official transfer of ownership from founder Collette Soullaird to new owner Deb Karr, ushering in an exciting new era for the beloved downtown destination.
Originally opened in June 2020, Sea Gypsy quickly became a community favorite for its unique collection where the extraordinary meets the everyday. The shop features a carefully curated blend of handmade crafts, vintage finds, and one-of-a-kind treasures, all designed to delight and inspire. Shoppers will find distinctive gifts and special keepsakes, all while supporting local artisans and celebrating creativity and individuality.
During the ribbon cutting, the shop was filled with enthusiastic supporters, community members, and downtown neighbors. Moriah Tyler, Executive Director of Main Street Hanover, shared:
“It was incredible to see such a crowd show up for this celebration. Sea Gypsy has always been a bright spot in our downtown, and the turnout today is a true reflection of how much the community loves and supports this shop. We’re thrilled to welcome Deb as she continues the story of Sea Gypsy.”
New owner Deb Karr expressed her excitement about this new chapter:
“This has been a lifelong dream of mine. I’ve always loved the magic of this shop, and it is such an honor to have the torch passed to me. I look forward to carrying on the vision and creating a space where every visitor discovers something extraordinary.”
Sea Gypsy is open every weekend, Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, inviting the community to explore its ever-changing collection and embrace the charm that has made it a Hanover favorite.
For more information, visit Sea Gypsy at 36 York Street in downtown Hanover and discover the magic for yourself.
 

The mission of Main Street Hanover is to expand the economic capacity of downtown Hanover, thus improving the business environment, enhancing the quality of place, and increasing community synergy.

 

Main Street Hanover is a 501c3 non-profit & proceeds benefit the revitalization of Downtown Hanover.

Ribbon Cutting Celebration Welcomes New Chapter at Sea Gypsy