Sell at our market!

To build connections among people in our community, especially across generations, and to help people feel connections with the past in general, and with the natural beauty of Stoughton!

And don’t forget…also a fundraiser for the Stoughton Historical Society, and for our Sellers!

II. VIBE OF THE EVENT

Help us make sure this event feels welcoming and fun for all!

Community-focused…buyers and sellers can use this opportunity to CONNECT
- professional vendors are welcome, but community members (individuals and groups) are especially sought as sellers
- Sellers are invited to promote their own groups or businesses at their booths
Family-friendly, and just truly friendly overall. THIS IS IMPORTANT.
Special…like an intriguing treasure hunt, NOT like a basic “yard sale” or junk shop
Hands-on! It’s important that attendees can handle items and feel the history…and maybe even take some home with them.

III. ITEMS FOR SALE – REQUIREMENTS AND REQUESTS

1) VINTAGE. For this event, “Vintage” means made before the year 2000.

2) RECENT HISTORY EMPHASIS. Items from the 1970s, 80s and 90s are especially intriguing to young people, and sought for this sale, like…

toys, games, vinyl records, record players, posters, items with familiar characters on them, books, signs, colorful glass, art, jewelry, tools, typewriters, fishing gear, garden stuff, dishes, clocks, furniture, rugs, game tech, lamps, machines….heck, why not a Vintage boat or car? (if space allows…check with us when you register)

3) OLDER OLDIES ARE IN THE MIX. Antiques and collectibles are welcome too!

4) POPULAR STYLES. We hope to see household goods and décor, in various styles including “Cottage Core,” “Mid Mod,” “Post-Modern” and “Industrial”

5) CONDITION & QUALITIES. All items should be clean and in good condition, and

a. be Vintage. Items made, crafted or upcycled BEFORE the year 2000 will be considered Vintage and eligible for this sale.

b. help build connections:

i. Uniqueness is great. We encourage you to bring something we don’t see every day – it can be a great conversation-starter

ii. Nothing political please – September is too close to a major election.

1. We want to build connections at this event

c. help build trust:

i. Any damage should be clearly indicated.

ii. Nothing fake

d. help build a family-friendly environment:

i. No weapons please

ii. Nothing offensive please

6) PRICING. Please try to bring a mix of things to sell for a wide range of prices

a. You’re welcome to sell high priced items, but we don’t want attendees to feel “priced out.” Please consider pricing your items for a wide range of budgets.

b. Why not make someone’s day by giving them “a real deal on The Real Deal”?

i. Include some kid-friendly prices

ii. If you can, why not offer at least one crazy-good deal?

IV. SELLER REGISTRATION

All Sellers pay a booth fee up-front, and keep all of the profits of their sales

1) We welcome Sellers who are:

a. Individuals selling some of their own special treasures

i. Can’t fill up a table yourself? Go in with a friend! Have fun!

b. Groups selling donated items to raise money for their group

c. Professional vendors conducting their business

2) Where/how to register:

a. The Vintage Market has its own event web page, but you register to sell on the Stoughton Historical Society’s official website

b. Register via the “Vintage Market” button at the top of the page

c. Registration fee can be paid online there

3) Registration timelines

a. May 1 – August 15: Seller registration

b. August 15: Registration closes, unless all booth spots are taken sooner.

REGISTRATION CLOSED/FULL Announcement will be posted on SHS website and Event web page.

BOOTH FEE

1) $10 per booth space for Members of Stoughton Historical Society

2) $20 per booth space for NON-members

3) Everyone has a limit of 2 booth spaces

V. WEATHER

1) Market is on rain or shine

a. We recommend that you bring a pop-up canopy tent

b. A tarp would be handy in case of sporadic showers

2) Event canceled if there is Severe/dangerous weather

a. In this case, Seller’s booth fees will be returned to them

b. Watch the Event web page for updates

VI. BOOTH LOGISTICS

1) Booth spaces are 10’ x 10’

a. 2 booth limit

2) Located on a level asphalt road surface, edged in grass

3) Boundaries will be chalked in advance, with 2’ aisles between booths

4) Booth numbers will be provided for you to display on your canopy

5) Electrical power not available

6) Bring your own cash box and change

7) Bring your own table, chairs and canopy tent

8) Canopies can be lifted and tossed by wind. Help avoid injury or damage:

a. Front legs of booths will be on asphalt; brace with sandbags.

b. Back legs of each booth will be near grass; brace with spikes & rope

VII. SELLER SET UP AND CLEAN UP TIMELINE

Road will be closed to traffic from 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

1) 8:00 am: ROAD CLOSED

2) 8:00 – 9:00 am: SELLER UNLOAD TIME

a. Drive-in & unload only – NO SETTING UP. Move vehicle.

b. All vehicles (except those for sale) must be out of the area by 9:00 am

c. We want to avoid mixing vehicles and pedestrians

3) 9:00 -10:00 am: SELLER SET UP TIME

a. 9-10 am “Sneak Preview” time - Stoughton Historical Society members only

i. NO SALES ARE ALLOWED DURING SNEAK PREVIEW.

ii. Members will be instructed not to bother you while you are setting up. They just get an early peek!

4) 10:00 am – 5:00 pm: MARKET OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

5) 5:00 – 6:00: pm SELLER CLEAN UP TIME

6) 6:00 pm: ROAD RE-OPENS

VIII. SELLER VEHICLES

1) LOADING AND UNLOADING

a. You will know your booth location in advance as well as your drive-in time

i. Sellers should drive in, unload their vehicle, then move it BEFORE beginning any set up of their booths

b. All vehicles (except those for sale) must be out of the area before 9:00 am

i. We will avoid mixing vehicles and pedestrians

2) SELLER PARKING DURING EVENT

a. Dedicated free parking cannot be provided for Sellers

b. A map of potential free parking areas nearby will be provided

c. Since Sellers arrive early, you shouldn’t have a problem finding parking

d. You will provide the license number of your vehicle to event host when you check in and pick up your booth number(s)

3) TRAFFIC CONTROL. Look for folks in orange vests and please follow their directions

IX. SELLER CREATURE COMFORTS

1) Restroom

a. Sellers may use the restroom inside the Luke Stoughton house

b. Will not be generally available for event attendees

2) Food and Drinks

a. Stoughton Historical Society will be giving away free ice cream to all, including Sellers, while supplies last

b. Stoughton Resettlement Community will be holding a bake sale

c. Other sources of food and drink are listed here.

3) Electricity

a. Is not available

4) Privacy

a. Photos and video of the event will be taken

b. Your participation in the event constitutes consent for us to use all images of the event – in which you might appear - in the future.

5) Sound levels

a. Our event will be located right in between 2 residential areas and a public open space (river and marsh area with trails) We want to be respectful of our neighbors!

b. We plan to have some fun retro music playing, at reasonable levels, whether acoustic or mildly amplified

c. Please don’t have music at your booth

6) Pets

a. We request that Sellers NOT bring pets

7) First Aid

a. Stoughton Hospital is close - about 4 blocks away from the event site

X. EMERGENCY CONTACT on day of the Event:

Event chair for 2024, Gwen Drury, will be reachable by the phone number on your registration confirmation. She’ll have your contact info in case she needs to contact you.

XI. Other Seller Questions?

a. Contact the Event Chair at stoughtonvintagemarket@gmail.com