General Store
Colonial general stores were important centers of town life, where people could buy everyday goods, trade farm products, and gather to discuss news and politics.
A Gathering Place in Colonial Towns
The General Store was an important part of any colonial town or community. It often served as a gathering point where people could debate politics, or sift through the latest European imports.
What Did General Stores Sell?
Coffee, produce, cheeses, and candles were among the many products sold at the general store. Merchants at general stores also sold metal goods, tins, wrought-iron decorations, playing cards, barrels, furs, guns, clothing, and anything else imaginable that could be sold.
Buying, Selling, and Trading
Farmers would often come with their extra meat, vegetables, and eggs to sell or trade.
Explore the Colonial Town
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