The Charming Mississippi General Store That’s Been Open Since The 1800s

General stores are far and few between. General stores that have been in business since the 1800s are even rarer. But they do exist – and you’ll find one hiding in small-town Mississippi. The historic shop first opened its doors back in 1892. Stop by today, and you can stock up on general store goods and even grab a great meal. Take a look:

This is H.D. Gibbes & Sons. It’s tucked away in the tiny town of Learned, which is about 30 miles southeast of Vicksburg.

The exterior of the building looks rather aged — and that’s because it is. The building dates back to 1892!

Practically frozen in time, H.D. Gibbes & Sons is still a fully-functioning general store stocked with a variety of convenience items.

Of course, the merchandise has been updated to include modern-day goods, such as paper towels, snacks, and more. Antiques are also part of the store’s present-day merchandise.

Aside from updating its merchandise, there has been one more change — the store began serving dinner.

The dinner menu includes a variety of mouthwatering entrees. Lamb chops and steak are among the eatery’s specialties.

In order to accommodate diners, long, banquet-style tables were added to the store, and it’s a good thing because…

…despite its remote locale, it continuously draws in hungry crowds from near and far.

In fact, it's such a popular spot, a crowd — and a wait — is likely but well worth it.

Remember, dinner is only served Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights, so make sure to plan your visit accordingly.

So, are you ready to pay a visit to this incredible piece of history?

For more information, call (601) 885-6833. You can also visit the store’s Facebook page.

Address: 140 Main Street, Learned, MS, 39154

This isn’t the only must-visit general store. Read about another here.

Daniella DiRienzo

Though Daniella was born in New York and has lived in a couple of other states, Mississippi has been her home for the past 25 years. After graduating from the University of Southern Mississippi, Daniella began to hone her writing skills through various internships, working for The Royal Obsession and Anatomie clothing. In the years since, she’s had the privilege of having her articles appear in several publications, such as Parents & Kids Magazine and Girl Meets Strong. She’s also had the honor of interviewing actress Sela Ward for The Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience.