02/13/2026
✨This year, Mahaiwe Tent celebrates 40 years✨
In 1986, my parents Tom & Lauren opened the business with a handful of tables, one tent and a lot of determination. They started by working out of my childhood home, loading their one truck and trailer by hand, learning as they went, and building something they believed in from the ground up.
During ‘86-‘92, these early days were filled with long hours, trial & error, and a deep belief in doing things the right way.
As we celebrate 40 years this season, we’re sharing a short series looking back at where we started, how we grew, and why being a small, family-run business still matters today.
Rooted in Family. Grounded in the Berkshires💛