Puppets on the Pier

Puppets on the Pier. Ahhhh...I spent many years toiling away in this wonderful store! It's still in it's exact location (near the Carosel on the 1st floor) but, it's been completely remodeled since I left it (too long ago to tell you!). Every time I get a chance to visit, I am amazed by their Marionette selection. The owners spend a great deal of time selecting marionettes from around the world! There's also a huge selection of hand puppets -- I think they carry every puppet made by Folkmanis. The world of manufactured puppets has changed a great deal but, if it's available, it's usually at that store. Exclusivley devoted to puppets, although none of the owners are puppeteers. Go visit! You're encouraged to play with the merchandise.

I spent many hours practicing my lip-synch in front of the mirror there and was encouraged by my bosses and even some guests to pursue puppetry as my career!

The picture above is me, with Carolina (both of us now former employees) at the store PRE-renovation...so many years ago!