The nation's largest independent owner of Gold Crown Hallmark stores is expanding its footprint.

Norman’s Hallmark has acquired 22 new locations in Maryland, with stores in Annapolis, Baltimore, Bethesda, Columbia, Frederick and Rockville. The milestone acquisition is the largest in employee-owned Norman’s Hallmark’s history, and includes stores formerly owned by another Hallmark Gold Crown retailer.

The company says the expansion is a testament to its tactical growth in select target markets.

“Every Norman’s Hallmark store is an engaging, one-stop destination where shoppers will find quality brands, and the perfect cards and gifts for any milestone or occasion,” said Howard Henschel, CEO of Norman’s Hallmark. “At our latest store additions, customers will see the same friendly faces pr

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