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Rhode Island Attractions|Shops & Boutiques

The Rhode Island Store That’s In The Middle Of Nowhere But So Worth The Journey

By Bonnie Poisson | Published March 16, 2018

If you’ve been in business since 1809, you know you’re doing something right. Brown and Hopkins Country Store in Chepachet is the oldest general store in Rhode Island, and one of the oldest continually operating stores in America. What is it about this country shop in Chepachet that is so special?

Discover one of America's oldest country stores right here in Rhode Island.

Brown and Hopkins has been a fixture in the Chepachet landscape since 1809.

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They specialize in primitive country wares, period lighting, and reproduction furniture.

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There's over 3,000 square feet to explore, and every room has a theme to enjoy, packed full of treasures.

The penny candy section offers all the favorite sweets from your childhood.

It's fun when generations can go to the same store to buy the same penny candy!

Get great ideas for your home and table, and bring home treasures you won't find anywhere else.

You can also find curtains,, quilts, framed prints, fabric by the yard, candles, florals, garlands, and so much more.

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A look at Brown & Hopkins in the early days.

Today, the employees sometimes dress in period costumes from the shops beginnings.

Visit Brown and Hopkins at 1179 Putnam Pike in Chepachet for an eclectic mix of gifts and a step back into the past.

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