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Dating to 1816, this 200-year-old general store is the oldest continuously operating country store in Vermont. It has great prepared dinners, a full deli, delicious homemade baked goods, and a big wine selection. It also sells interesting gifts.
Started in 1840 by William Williams, this expansive country store has been run by the same family for six generations. This is one of those places where you can buy maple syrup and ammo, while catching up on posted town announcements. There's a deli on-site for sandwiches; a farmers' market is held outside on Sunday in summer.
This store opened in 1946 and is still run by the Orton family, though it has become something of an empire, with a large catalog and online business. One room is set aside for Vermont Common Crackers and bins of fudge and copious candy. In others you'll find nearly forgotten items such as Clubman aftershave, as well as practical items like sturdy outdoor clothing. Nostalgia-evoking implements dangle from the rafters. The associated Mildred's Dairy Bar next door serves ice cream and, if you can’t get enough, there’s a second store on Route 103 in Rockingham.
