History
May, 1874. A terrible flood roared through Williamsburg, tearing apart homes and businesses, killing nearly 150 men, women and children. It would be America's worst natural calamity until the Johnstown, PA flood of 1889. Luckily, the proprietor of a demolished general store survived the flood. He decided to build a new and larger store in the center of town. The new store opened for business in 1876. Williamsburg's general store has had several owners. Over the years it sold meat and potatoes, hammers and nails, yard goods and threads - even housed the local post office. Horse and wagon delivered goods to folks a distance away. The general store was a small town treasure. Customers today walk on the very same oak floors, which squeak gently underfoot. Merchandise is displayed on historic shelves and drawers. Beautiful jewelry is displayed in a rare, curved glass display case. No wonder people say the General Store tugs at your heartstrings and makes you feel like home.
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