The Oldest General Store Near New Orleans Has A Fascinating History

There are some really amazing places across the lake, and this general store is one of them. H J Smith & Sons is one of the most fascinating places in all of Covington--you are going to love exploring this unique store.

H J Smith's and Sons is both a general store and a museum.

The store was founded in 1876 by the Smith family, and has stayed within the Smith and Alexius families which have been in the area for over 100 years.

The store is filled with artifacts and unique objects from throughout history and are really fascinating.

They will give you a sense of what daily life was like in these times.

There are really cool vintage signs and other historic items.

Some are for sale and some are part of the museum.

There are also many things unique to the area, craft and other artifacts that you just won't find any where else!

There are also other oddities collected over the years.

This newspaper reporting the death of Huey Long is one of the most interesting historical artifacts.

You just never know what you are going to discover here!

So next time you are on the Northshore consider a trip to H J Smiths Sons.

It's a truly beautiful place that is filled with wonderful things to explore.

You'll find H J Smith & Sons at 308 N. Columbia St. in Covington, LA. Let us know what it's like when you pay them a visit! We love to hear your stories and experiences.