“Serendipity” means to make desirable discoveries by accident. “It’s Just Serendipity,” is a eclectic store with a new and unique concept in downtown Hammond by Karen Maravilla. Helping to revitalize the downtown district,
In 2025, Karen has relocated to two shopping locations in Highland And Munster. CLICK HERE FOR MORE
Several had opened downtown Hammond, like the Eat Banquet Center, the Paul Henry Art Gallery, that is lead by a prosperous and exciting Towle Theater, all located on or near Hohman Avenue. No stranger to Hammond Karen frequents the popular restaurant in Hammond called El Taco Real.
In the past, Karen helped to renovate two other buildings downtown, including the former Woolworth building . The Downtown Hammond Council has produced a very successful events such as: Bizarre Bazaar, Arts on the Ave, Haunting in Hammond, as well at the now-annual Hammond Holiday Kickoff Celebration / A Tribute to “A Christmas Story.”
Playing off of Hammond’s nostalgic atmosphere “It’s Just Serendipity” was built using materials of historical significance to Hammond. The entryway windows were from a 19th century house on Oak Street in north Hammond. The fir trim appointing the stage area under the front window is original to the Kresge Store, which eventually became K-Mart and in later years was renamed Jupiter.
The old Jupiter building is one of the three buildings renovated. In addition to housing the offices of nonprofit organizations.
Karen’s serendipitous stores sell a collection of gifts, antiques, art, hand-made items, vintage clothing, furniture and a collection of course “accidental discoveries. Also, the store has specialty food items, flowers and makes custom gift baskets.
It’s Just Serendipity was located at 5630 Hohman Ave., Hammond, and can be reached by calling (219) 512-4298 or visiting www.itsjustserendipity.com. Their hours are optional, deliveries available and personal shopping appointments provided.
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Hammond Bird Sanctuary,
Gibson Woods Environmental Center,
18th Street Distillery,
Festival of the Lakes,
Freddy’s Steakhouse,
Challenger Learning Center,
Indiana welcome Center.
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