In a state like New Hampshire, it’s not uncommon to come across some unexpectedly old history. From heirlooms sitting in family attics to reportedly haunted graves across the state, some of the history here is close to home while other tales seems totally unbelievable. Whatever the history you’re into, the fact that this grocery store in New Hampshire is still going strong reminds us that New Hampshirites are strong willed! We stand the test of time.
The Old Country Store in Moultonborough might just be the oldest general store in all of America.
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The Holden family, current owners, have seen records that date all the way back to 1781, making this shop 237 years old!
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It was first known as “Freese’s Tavern” and was owned by a local fur trader, James George Freese, who bought it from General Jonathan Moulton when it was just land and a barn frame.
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Over the years it was a post office, library and now an everything store with a historic museum.
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Today you can find everything from souvenirs to candy.
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But, we recommend heading straight for the old-time candy counter!
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While unassuming from the outside, history buffs should put this on their must-visit list.
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The Old Country Store is located at 1011 Whittier Hwy., Moultonborough, New Hampshire. They’re open 7 days a week, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Check out their website for more history and visit them on Facebook. Or, give them a call on 603-476-5750.
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For more fun, local history check out these 8 things you probably didn’t know about New Hampshire’s past.
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