Celebrate 130 Years of Sweet Traditions!
Way back in 1896, when August Weidmann first brought his old-world German baking traditions to Corsicana, Texas, he had a simple dream: to bake wholesome, honest goods that brought folks together. Partnering with local entrepreneur Tom McElwee, they opened a shop downtown, welcoming neighbors with the aroma of freshly toasted Texas pecans, sweet spices, and golden dough.
Now, 130 years later, that dream has traveled around the globe—arriving on holiday dinner tables across all seven continents. Yet no matter how far our DeLuxe® Fruitcakes, pecan pies, and cookies journey, Corsicana will always be our home.
To say thank you to the community that made this milestone possible, we’re opening our doors for our official 130th Celebration Event—and you’re invited!
Sweet Treats, Live Radio, and Big Fun
Bring the whole family and an appetite. We’ve lined up a morning packed with treats, fun, and plenty of excitement!
Live Broadcast with 99.1 KNES: Our friends from 99.1 KNES Texas 99 out of Fairfield will be broadcasting live on-site, bringing great music, local flavor, and high energy.
The KNES Cash Grab Booth: Step inside the whirlwind, test your quick reflexes, and see how much cash you can grab before the timer buzzes!
Photo Ops with Our Original Ford Model T: Take a step back in time. Pose for a souvenir photo with Collin Street Bakery’s beautifully preserved, original Ford Model T delivery car.
Free Fruitcake, Cupcakes, and More: No bakery birthday is complete without dessert. Enjoy complimentary samples of our world-famous fruitcake, fresh cupcakes, and a lineup of other bakery favorites.
Giveaways Every 30 Minutes: We’re handing out prizes all morning long—stick around for drawings every half-hour!
Honoring 130 Years of Community
Hitting 130 years isn’t just an achievement for our recipe books; it’s a tribute to the folks around us.
It’s about honoring the dedicated bakers who arrive before sunrise every morning to crack pecans and roll out pastry dough. It’s about the families who have made Collin Street Bakery sweets a central piece of their holiday traditions for generations. Most of all, it’s about the neighbors across Texas who have supported us from our very first loaf of bread.
Come celebrate this historic milestone with us, snap a vintage photo, grab some cash in the booth, and enjoy a sweet treat on the house!
Event Details at a Glance:
- Where: Collin Street Bakery, 401 W. 7th Avenue, Corsicana, TX
- Parking: Located at the back of the building in our gated employee parking lot—just follow the signs!
- When: Saturday, November 14th | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Special Guests: 99.1 KNES Fairfield (Broadcasting Live)
- Admission: Free and open to everyone!
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