Country stores

Small country stores once dotted the state’s landscape. Today, many have either disappeared or else sit abandoned at lonely road crossings, but some mom-and-pop shops have found ways to thrive while carrying on rural commerce. Here are three such markets where travelers can drop in for a snack, some conversation, and a taste of old-time Texas. Read More >

If you grew up in one of Virginia’s small towns, you may remember the days of walking to the local general store. Whether you were picking up household supplies for Mom or just a few pieces of candy or an ice cream cone for yourself, these stores served as a hub of community activity. Looking back

The 1856 Country Store, which sits on a quiet section of Main Street in the quaint village of Centerville, is a popular store selling many unique and homemade gifts. Visitors and locals alike flock…

The Old Sugar Valley Country Store - Nettie Jarvis Antiques

From candy to hardware, these old-fashioned shops sell it all.

Country Store

"If we ain't got it, you don't need it!" General stores were once the hub of rural towns, where people came not just for provisions but for gossip and treats. We found a bunch that are still thriving, selling penny candy, groceries, housewares, sandwiches and more.

From candy to hardware, these old-fashioned shops sell it all.

Country Store | Old Bishop Farms

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