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Our Original Sonoma Store

The Williams Sonoma story began in 1956, when our founder Chuck Williams established his
very first specialty cookware shop, in Sonoma, California. Today, we're proud to continue
Chuck's legacy with unique, hands-on culinary experiences in our original landmark location.

Heritage Cookware

Discover one-of-a-kind merchandise
featuring the pineapple, our original
Williams Sonoma logo and a
universal symbol of hospitality.
Available only at our Sonoma store.

Modern Innovation

To honor Chuck's spirit of
innovation, we're proud to be the
ultimate destination for
state-of-the-art culinary
essentials from around the globe.

Interior Design
Studio

Adjacent to the original store you'll
find our Williams Sonoma Home
design studio. It's located within
Chuck's former private home, now
lovingly restored and updated.

Personalized
Cooking Classes

Our expert instructors create
custom classes tailored to your
interests, showcasing local
farmers' market finds that bring
Sonoma wine country to life.

Private Events

Our outdoor space creates the
perfect setting for relaxing and
enjoying a great meal. Book your
next private dinner or reception for
a one-of-a-kind celebration.

Exclusive Events

Join us in-store for exciting ongoing
events—from wine tastings to store tours,
private cooking classes and more. Check
back regularly for details.

Store History

In 1956, Chuck Williams opened his first cookware shop in Sonoma, California, offering classic French cooking equipment many Americans had never seen before.

As the business grew, Chuck relocated the store to San Francisco, and from there Williams Sonoma expanded to retail locations across the globe.

Half a century later, we were able to bring the original Sonoma store and adjacent home back into our
company family.

Following a meticulous restoration, the store reopened in 2014 as a testament to the enduring legacy of Chuck Williams, the Merchant of Sonoma.

A Store Unlike Any Other

From the French cooking renaissance of the 1950s to the global food culture of today, our
Sonoma store lives on as a community hub to gather, taste, celebrate and learn. Explore the
rich history of our brand and its impact on American cooking, while enjoying everything the
scenic California wine country has to offer.

Original Store Tours

Take a store-tour to view our exclusive collection of vintage cooking and entertaining
pieces curated from our historic 60-year culinary archive.

Private Events

Our outdoor space creates the perfect setting
for relaxing and enjoying a great meal.
Book your next private dinner or reception for
a one-of-a-kind celebration.

Personalized Cooking Classes

Our expert instructors create custom
classes tailored to your interests, showcasing
local farmers' market finds that bring Sonoma
wine country to life.

Chuck’s Historic Home

Head next door to Chuck's Sonoma home to see his original furnishings, beautifully
integrated with modern pieces from Williams Sonoma Home.

Store Details

Williams Sonoma offers professional
quality cookware, bakeware and
gourmet food. Visit our premier kitchen
store in Sonoma, CA to shop our
products, create a wedding registry,
and participate in our technique and
cooking classes in Sonoma.

Sonoma Store Info

605 Broadway
Sonoma, CA 95476
(707) 939-8974

Regular Store Hours

Mon - Sun
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Store hours may vary during holiday
periods. Call store to confirm.