There are plenty of great cafes in Connecticut, so in order to stand out, one has to be pretty special. It doesn’t get much more special than Heirloom Market in Wethersfield. This incredible and unique spot has so much going for it. It’s located in the old Comstock, Ferre building, right in the heart of Old Wethersfield. At Heirloom Market, you’ll find a delicious cafe, a small selection of natural foods, and plenty of heirloom seeds of rare varieties so that you can grow your own produce at home.

Old Wethersfield is the oldest of all European-settled towns in the Nutmeg State and it’s home to some of the most historic buildings in Connecticut.

Heirloom Market at Comstock Ferre/Facebook One of the most remarkable of these buildings is the old Comstock, Ferre building. The company was founded in 1820 and operated out of the same building for more than a century.

Today, you’ll find Heirloom Market in the building. It hasn’t even been in business for a full decade, but pays homage to the history of the place and is a wonderful spot to check out.

Jon R./Google Maps

The market specializes in seeds of heirloom varieties that are not easily found elsewhere.

Heirloom Market at Comstock Ferre/Facebook Heirloom seeds have documented lineages and have no hybrid or genetically-modified ancestors.

Heirloom Market sells more than seeds, though. It’s also a natural foods grocery store where you can pick up locally-grown produce, dairy products, and other foods.

Jon R./Google Maps

There’s also an amazing cafe where you can get sandwiches, hot dogs, salads, and more. All products are, of course, organic and grown locally whenever possible.

Heirloom Market at Comstock Ferre/Facebook

The bakery has a variety of sweet treats, including muffins, cupcakes, donuts, and more. You won’t want to miss out on these high-quality pastries!

Heirloom Market at Comstock Ferre/Facebook

This is such a wonderful store that hearkens back to the days of old when groceries were purchased at local general stores. Heirloom Market may have opened up in 2016, but it still manages to feel like a step back in time.

Heirloom Market at Comstock Ferre/Google Maps

For more information about Heirloom Market and Cafe, including a cafe menu, check out the market’s website.

Heirloom Market at Comstock Ferre/Facebook

One of the most remarkable of these buildings is the old Comstock, Ferre building. The company was founded in 1820 and operated out of the same building for more than a century.

Jon R./Google Maps

Heirloom seeds have documented lineages and have no hybrid or genetically-modified ancestors.

Heirloom Market at Comstock Ferre/Google Maps

OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article.

Address: Heirloom Market at Comstock Ferre, 263 Main St, Wethersfield, CT 06109, USA