Vallentine's Gin Store, located in Cope, South Carolina, was established in 1911 by J.I. Vallentine. This historic general store and adjacent cotton gin were central to the community of Cope, offering a glimpse into small-town life in the early twentieth century.
Run by Robert Vallentine and his sister Henry Ella until their deaths in the 1980s, the store attracted visitors with its old-timey charm. Although the gin was destroyed in Hurricane Matthew in 2017, the store still showcases displays of wares from throughout the twentieth century, allowing visitors to experience a piece of history.
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