Old Keys, New Doors

“Old keys can open new doors” welcomes shoppers into the Tyndale II Art Shoppe on Main Street, but the sign also captures a generational family story as told through the lens of current owner Beverly Tindall.

The different spelling is intentional as Tyndale II pays homage to the continuity of a beloved local business started by Beverly’s father-in-law, Hal Tindall Sr., who left the corporate world in 1985 to pursue his passion for art. Naming the shop Tyndale Collection—after the English spelling of his surname and the River Tyne region—Hal and his wife, Marjorie, ran the store for more than 35 years, becoming fixtures in Boonton’s downtown. Customers remember Hal’s deep knowledge of artists, techniques, and history, and his knack for pairing each visitor with just the right piece.

A New Chapter

When the pandemic shuttered the original shop in 2020, Beverly Tindall, a retired West Orange teacher and Pequannock resident, decided to carry on the torch.

Drawing on her art-history background and research skills, she spent three years preparing to reopen the gallery as Tyndale II, officially welcoming guests in November 2024.

The reborn shop retains the warmth and scholarship of its founder while adding new community-minded touches. Tindall hosts First Friday Painting Stations, inviting passersby to create small works of art with supplies she provides. Seasonal displays, rotating artwork, and QR codes with artist stories encourage learning and connection—bridging Boonton’s past and present.

In fact, in time for the upcoming holiday season, Tindall will begin rotating in winter landscapes and Christmas specific pieces (nativity, Rockwell, Santa…) She will also do a 25% off holiday sale.

“There’s nothing like giving the gift of artwork for the holidays,” Tindall says. “It’s both a lasting treasure and a valued investment.”

In addition to support from the Boonton community, the re-opening of the gallery was a true family affair. Thanks to Beverly, her husband, children and longtime patrons, Tyndale II has become more than a gallery: It’s a place that reflects Boonton’s artistic soul.

“Every time a visitor finds a piece that speaks to them,” Tindall adds, “I think of Hal and know we’re keeping his legacy alive.”

Tyndale II is located at 902A Main St. in Boonton. Visit in person or online at www.tyndale2.com.

Donna Del Moro is a freelance writer who has lived in Pequannock for 34 years.

Photographs by Antonietta Henry