Map Updated on May 5, 2025
Trade Secrets Rare Plants & Garden Antiques Sale 2025
Sunday, May 18th, from 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM
Event Time: 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM - Pricing varies
Underwriter Ticket Entry: 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Early Buyer Ticket Entry: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
General Admission Ticket Entry: 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Late Bloomer Ticket Entry: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location
Lime Rock Park – 60 White Hollow Rd, Lakeville, CT 06039
Parking is free with a shuttle available from remote areas of the lot. Accessible parking is also available.
What to Expect
Vendors & Offerings – Rare plants, garden antiques, décor, books, and more! View the full vendor list here.
Book Signings – Meet celebrated authors and get your books signed!
Please note: Book signings are only accessible during the entry window for your ticket type. Be sure your ticket time aligns with the signing you'd like to attend.
Martha Stewart – 9:30am - 10:30am - Gardening Handbook
Bunny Williams – 10:30am - 11:30am - Life in the Garden & On Garden Style
Frances Palmer – 11:30am - 12:30pm - Life in Flowers & Life in the Studio
Mieke ten Have – 11:30am - 12:30pm - Interiors Styled by Mieke ten Have
Rosie Daykin – 11:30am - 12:30pm - The Side Gardener
Food & Refreshments – Food and coffee will be available for purchase. Check out the menu in our Program Map.
Rain or Shine – come prepared for the weather!
Helpful Tips
Bring Cash & Cards – Some vendors accept only cash or only credit cards, some accept cash, credit cards and checks. There is no ATM on site.
No Early Entry – Guests will not be admitted before their ticket time, but you are welcome to access the event anytime after your ticket’s entry time.
Purchased Items - You do not need to carry your purchased items around! Leave the item with the vendor, then meet us at the Pick-up/Drop-off area when you are ready to leave. Please give us 30 - 45 minutes after your purchase to bring your items to the designated area.
It will be crowded – plan for time, patience, and comfortable walking shoes!
No Pets – While we love all furry friends, we unfortunately do not allow pets at Trade Secrets.
Children are Welcome - Children under 12 receive free admission to the sale event. We ask that all children be accompanied by an adult or guardian.
Bought Something Big? We Can Ship It.
CARTER offers shipping anywhere!
If you purchase an item you would like shipped:
Get an info card from the seller.
Text CARTER (860) 671-8903 a photo of your item(s) for reference.
Give the seller your full contact info (Name, Phone Number, and Bidder ID).
Keep shopping! We’ll follow up with all buyers after the show to coordinate delivery.
Shipping Fees
Small Items: $50 each
Two-person Items: $100 each
Tractor-required Items: In-person quote required
Distance Fee: $2.00 per mile (up to 100 miles) from Lime Rock Park
Over 100 miles? Contact CARTER for a custom quote:
Text: 860-671-8903 or visit the Shipping & Pick-Up Area during the show.
Please Note:
No deliveries will be made the day of the show unless pre-arranged by CARTER.
Tractor-only items will require an on-site quote day of the show.
If you require in-home placement, arrangements can be made after the event.