Commerce & Community: General Stores in Ashe County
Commerce & Community touches on the history general stores in Ashe County and the impact they had on the communities that they served. Within this mock-up of an old country store, visitors will find a collection of artifacts ranging from 19th century store ledgers and the post office box from Ashe County’s Husk community, to vintage advertisements and antique toys.
Aside from the history of the stores themselves, this exhibit also showcases many items that were once grown or produced in Ashe County. Within the display, guests will find artifacts and information about many of the local products that once boosted Ashe County’s economy, such as Beaver Creek Beans, Double Cola, tobacco, and Dr. Pepper.