In keeping with our commitment to safety, and with the health of our treasured community of guests, vendors and volunteers in mind, we have made the decision to cancel the physical event of Trade Secrets 2021. We share this information with heavy hearts. However, the trajectory of current Covid-19 case numbers, the pace of vaccinations and the emergence of new virus variants compels us to make this decision. Although we can’t all be together, we are exploring ways in which we can celebrate the spirit of Trade Secrets, support our community of amazing vendors and nurture the connections that will carry us to Trade Secrets 2022.
— Betsey Mauro | Executive Director | Women's Support Services
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Trade Secrets is an annual garden event benefiting Women’s Support Services

Trade Secrets 2022 is scheduled for May 14, 2022.
We hope to see you at Lime Rock Park as we celebrate coming back together!

THANK YOU FOR MAKING THE TRADE SECRETS AUCTION A SUCCESS!

PLEASE SUPPORT OUR VENDORS

 

Our incredible vendors have supported us over the years and now we are asking you to support them. Please click below to find a list of every vendor that would have been at Trade Secrets 2021, with links to their shops.
Thank you for thinking of them for all of your shopping needs this year!

 
 

 

Learn more about how Trade Secrets has impacted WSS’s programs and mission by watching the video below.
YOU are making a difference for our clients and our community!

 
 

SUPPORTING A GREAT CAUSE

“The extraordinary outpouring of community spirit from the volunteers is what makes it so successful …Who would have thought this little idea we came up with 17 years ago would turn into an event that last year attracted more than 1400 people to the sale and sold 900 tickets for the garden tour!”

- BUNNY WILLIAMS -

MARTHA’S FAVORITE FIELD TRIP

"This philanthropic sale draws more than 60-vendors - specialized growers, small nursery owners, antiques dealers, and artisans … with proceeds going to the Women’s Support Services in northwestern Connecticut. It's a wonderful sale and a very important cause.”

- MARTHA STEWART -

RARE PLANT AND GARDEN ANTIQUES SALE

Approximately 60 vendors sell plants, antiques and handmade products by artisans.
Although we had to cancel the in-person sale in 2021, we hope to see you in 2022!

EXTRAORDINARY GARDEN TOURS

Visit our Garden Archive to learn about gardens we have featured in the past.