William Glen was founded in 1963 by William Snyder and Glen Forbes. The enterprise began as a decorating studio and candle shop. As time marched on, so did the product mix. Gifts, decorative accessories, housewares, tabletop, and collectibles were added to create the premier specialty store that exists today.

William Glen was founded in 1963 by William Snyder and Glen Forbes. The enterprise began as a decorating studio and candle shop. As time marched on, so did the product mix. Gifts, decorative accessories, housewares, tabletop, and collectibles were added to create the premier specialty store that exists today. If you have questions, please visit our Ask Bill page. or send Bill a request for help.

In 1985, the William Glen Market was opened to further serve the customer's needs. It operated successfully with its main focus being deli style service and take home. That has since evolved into the current deli/cafe/market structure; a full service market with indoor and outdoor seating.

William Glen quickly became known for its solid reputation of being able to provide the goods and services needed by the people of Sacramento. On display and in stock are over 1,300 china patterns, 600 stemware patterns, and 400 flatware patterns, the best in cookware and small kitchen appliances. The selection of fine gifts at William Glen made it the natural choice for wedding gifts, Christmas gifts and every other gift. The store has been voted by the readers of Sacramento Magazine as The Best Place to Buy a Special Gift for 7 years running.

For several years, William Glen Christmas & More was simply called The William Glen Christmas Shop. It was only open seasonally and the location changed from year to year. In 1996, William Glen Christmas & More was given its new name and a permanent home. Seasonal merchandise and decorating sales are growing each year as more emphasis is being placed on these categories in the company's strategic planning and marketing.

On December 31, 1998, Glen Forbes retired from his position at William Glen, Inc. The company is owned by Bill and Terry Snyder.

The William Glen Mission Statement

The William Glen mission is to provide customers with merchandise of the highest quality and finest design at fair and competitive prices along with service that goes beyond their expectations in a nurturing environment that is pleasant, congenial and efficient.

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Visit us in person at:

William Glen Town & Country Village 2651 El Paseo Lane Sacramento CA 95821 916/485-3000 800/842-3322 Fax 916/482-3562

William Glen Christmas & More Town & Country Village 2609 Town & Country Place Sacramento CA 95821 916/481-2397 800/552-5656 Fax 916/482-3562

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