If you grew up in a very small town, you probably remember taking trips to the general store, where you could find pretty much whatever you needed all in one place! We’ve gathered up photos of a few general stores in Texas, some that are still in operation and others that are closed for business, which will surely fire up the nostalgia within you. Check ’em out!
- Nix General Store, Nix
Nicolas Henderson/Flickr This general store has been open since 1883 as a store and post office and was started by Elizabeth Wallace who served as the town’s first postmistress. The post office ceased operations in 1906 but the business continued on as a store for decades after. There are reports that it’s still open.
- Jefferson General Store, Jefferson
Nicolas Henderson/Flickr A trip to Jefferson just isn’t complete without visiting one of the most charming country stores in Texas that’s full of antiques and collectibles. It’s been open since 1870! Read more in-depth coverage on the Jefferson General Store in our previous article.
- Luckenbach General Store, Luckenbach
Gino/Flickr Opened in 1849 as a trading post, it’s still up and running today as a gift shop, complete with souvenirs and a wide variety of western items. Plus, there’s even a small bar at the back! Why not have a cold beer while you shop? Read more about Luckenbach General Store in our previous coverage.
- Fischer General Store, Fischer
staci myers/flickr Fischer is a very small community in Comal County, and its general store was started by Hermann Fischer. Today, his descendants run it all while preserving and sharing its history. Shopping here will make you feel nostalgic! Read more about this general store in our previous post.
- Troy General Store, Troy
David Ingram/Flickr Just 10 miles north of Temple, you’ll find the small town of Troy. While the general store is now closed, it’s nice to take a ride and reminisce about the good ol’ days.
- Colliers Store, Mumford
Carol Von Canon/Flickr Though no longer open, the back of this small town general store is now serving as the town’s post office. Mumford is 20 miles north of Bryan and College Station.
- Key Mercantile, Key
Jimmy Emerson, DVM/Flickr Key is 52 miles west of Snyder, and while its general store is closed for business, the shabby, antique vibe certainly takes you back to days gone by!
- Cleo General Store, Kimble County
mlhradio/Flickr This town dried up in 1974 when the main highway bypassed the town to the east, and now little remains here except for the closed down general store and a few other abandoned buildings.
- Rosston General Store, Cooke County
John Box/Flickr This is one of the oldest vintage stores in Texas still in operation today and sells animal feed, supplies, and other odds and ends. It also operates as a post office and museum, so definitely stop by if you’re driving through and learn some history from the owners! For more information, visit the Facebook page.
- McNeil General Store & Post Office, McNeil
Matthew Rutledge/Flickr This former general store now operates only as a U.S Post Office. Stop by this historic building for some nostalgia and stamps!
Do you remember visiting any of these as a child? Do you know of any other charming general stores inTexas? Please share your memories and comments with us below!
Nicolas Henderson/Flickr
This general store has been open since 1883 as a store and post office and was started by Elizabeth Wallace who served as the town’s first postmistress. The post office ceased operations in 1906 but the business continued on as a store for decades after. There are reports that it’s still open.
A trip to Jefferson just isn’t complete without visiting one of the most charming country stores in Texas that’s full of antiques and collectibles. It’s been open since 1870! Read more in-depth coverage on the Jefferson General Store in our previous article.
Gino/Flickr
Opened in 1849 as a trading post, it’s still up and running today as a gift shop, complete with souvenirs and a wide variety of western items. Plus, there’s even a small bar at the back! Why not have a cold beer while you shop? Read more about Luckenbach General Store in our previous coverage.
staci myers/flickr
Fischer is a very small community in Comal County, and its general store was started by Hermann Fischer. Today, his descendants run it all while preserving and sharing its history. Shopping here will make you feel nostalgic! Read more about this general store in our previous post.
David Ingram/Flickr
Just 10 miles north of Temple, you’ll find the small town of Troy. While the general store is now closed, it’s nice to take a ride and reminisce about the good ol’ days.
Carol Von Canon/Flickr
Though no longer open, the back of this small town general store is now serving as the town’s post office. Mumford is 20 miles north of Bryan and College Station.
Jimmy Emerson, DVM/Flickr
Key is 52 miles west of Snyder, and while its general store is closed for business, the shabby, antique vibe certainly takes you back to days gone by!
mlhradio/Flickr
This town dried up in 1974 when the main highway bypassed the town to the east, and now little remains here except for the closed down general store and a few other abandoned buildings.
John Box/Flickr
This is one of the oldest vintage stores in Texas still in operation today and sells animal feed, supplies, and other odds and ends. It also operates as a post office and museum, so definitely stop by if you’re driving through and learn some history from the owners! For more information, visit the Facebook page.
Matthew Rutledge/Flickr
This former general store now operates only as a U.S Post Office. Stop by this historic building for some nostalgia and stamps!
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Address: Nix, TX 76550, USAAddress: Jefferson General Store, 113 E Austin St, Jefferson, TX 75657, USAAddress: 412 Luckenbach Town Loop, Fredericksburg, TX 78624, USAAddress: 4040 FM484, Fischer, TX 78623, USAAddress: 28 E Main St, Troy, TX 76579, USAAddress: Mumford, TX, USAAddress: Key, TX 79331, USAAddress: Kimble County, TX, USAAddress: 135 Palmer St, Rosston, TX 76263, USAAddress: 14005 E McNeil Rd, Austin, TX 78728, USA
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General Stores In Texas May 05, 2021 Melissa M Are there any ghost towns I can visit in Texas? As you’ve learned above, the town of Key is a ghost town, but there are many others. East of El Paso, you’ll find Lobo which once had a thriving agricultural community. Due to the high cost of irrigation, farmers eventually left and the town is now filled with unoccupied houses and buildings. Medicine Mound is another abandoned town and all that remains is its general store, some houses, and a few other buildings. Find these and more in our Creepy Ghost Towns In Texas article. Where are the best antique stores in Texas? Texas has some fascinating antique shops filled with vintage goods and antiques that are hard to find anywhere else. In Austin, head to Uncommon Objects for some of the most unusual goods that can only be found at this shop. Another unusual store that’s worth checking out in Shiner is Antiques, Art & Beer where you can order beer or wine and go shopping! You’re sure to find something interesting that way. What are the best old-fashioned candy shops in Texas? Take a trip down memory lane with a visit to Big Top Candy Shop in Austin. Filled with old-fashioned candy in a vintage circus-themed store, this has to be one of the most nostalgic stores in the Lone Star State. One of the largest old-fashioned candy stores is Blooms Candy which has over 800 types of nostalgic sweets and sodas.
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General Stores In Texas
May 05, 2021
Melissa M
Are there any ghost towns I can visit in Texas? As you’ve learned above, the town of Key is a ghost town, but there are many others. East of El Paso, you’ll find Lobo which once had a thriving agricultural community. Due to the high cost of irrigation, farmers eventually left and the town is now filled with unoccupied houses and buildings. Medicine Mound is another abandoned town and all that remains is its general store, some houses, and a few other buildings. Find these and more in our Creepy Ghost Towns In Texas article. Where are the best antique stores in Texas? Texas has some fascinating antique shops filled with vintage goods and antiques that are hard to find anywhere else. In Austin, head to Uncommon Objects for some of the most unusual goods that can only be found at this shop. Another unusual store that’s worth checking out in Shiner is Antiques, Art & Beer where you can order beer or wine and go shopping! You’re sure to find something interesting that way. What are the best old-fashioned candy shops in Texas? Take a trip down memory lane with a visit to Big Top Candy Shop in Austin. Filled with old-fashioned candy in a vintage circus-themed store, this has to be one of the most nostalgic stores in the Lone Star State. One of the largest old-fashioned candy stores is Blooms Candy which has over 800 types of nostalgic sweets and sodas.
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The OIYS Visitor Center
As you’ve learned above, the town of Key is a ghost town, but there are many others. East of El Paso, you’ll find Lobo which once had a thriving agricultural community. Due to the high cost of irrigation, farmers eventually left and the town is now filled with unoccupied houses and buildings. Medicine Mound is another abandoned town and all that remains is its general store, some houses, and a few other buildings. Find these and more in our Creepy Ghost Towns In Texas article.
Where are the best antique stores in Texas?
Texas has some fascinating antique shops filled with vintage goods and antiques that are hard to find anywhere else. In Austin, head to Uncommon Objects for some of the most unusual goods that can only be found at this shop. Another unusual store that’s worth checking out in Shiner is Antiques, Art & Beer where you can order beer or wine and go shopping! You’re sure to find something interesting that way.
What are the best old-fashioned candy shops in Texas?
Take a trip down memory lane with a visit to Big Top Candy Shop in Austin. Filled with old-fashioned candy in a vintage circus-themed store, this has to be one of the most nostalgic stores in the Lone Star State. One of the largest old-fashioned candy stores is Blooms Candy which has over 800 types of nostalgic sweets and sodas.
