The Oldest Store Museum


The Oldest Store Museum or C&F Hamblen General Store Museum in Saint Augustine, Florida is one of the oldest buildings in the historic city. It was a one-stop shopping location from 1835 to 1960. The building standing on the site today is from the 20th century replicating the emporium of the early 1900s.

About 100,000 artifacts are on display at the museum that relate to the era. For example, high button shoes, butter churns, barrels of dill pickles, 1890s bathing suits, medicines and more are on display. Also on display are some 19th century brand name products like Hershey's Chocolate, Ivory Soap, and Coca-Cola. It takes roughly 30 minutes to browse through the various displayed items.

The address is 4 Artillery Lane. It places the museum between St. George and Aviles Streets behind the Trinity Episcopal Church of Saint Augustine. Parking is available onsite. Museum hours are Monday through Saturday 10am to 4pm, Sunday 12pm to 4pm. Admission is $5, $4.50, $1.50 for adults, seniors, and children respectively. Children under five are free. Attractions nearby to visit include Moultrie Creek Studios, Ancient City Tours, Smile High Parasail, and the Ximenez-Fatio House. All of these locations are under a mile from the museum.

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