125 years ago, Washington had just officially become a state. And that was also when our oldest continuously running grocery store, Aldrich’s Market, was opening its doors in Port Townsend.

Aldrich's dates back to the late 1800s, and the store has survived quite a bit, including two fires.
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The address is currently 940 Lawrence St.
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The market has had to move a couple of times due to fires in the area, but the business has always stayed consistent.
Ownership of the business has only changed hands five times, between five different families.
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This has allowed it to maintain its original charm.
The market itself may be old, but the inventory is quite current.
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They've always tried to continuously expand their selection.

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The Aldrichs carried many customers’ accounts on the books during the Depression, and continued this practice throughout the years.
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When the store was sold the last time, about $25,000 worth of old accounts were written off.
The store includes a full service deli with some pretty tasty lunch options.
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Ananda Coyle is the in-house baker, which the team refers to as the Pastry Peddler.
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She really knows her stuff.
If you're lucky enough to call Port Townsend home or you've got a vacation rental to stock, Aldrich's is still the best grocery store in town.
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They're still going strong almost 125 years after opening their doors.

It’s so important to support these important parts of our local history. Have you been to one of Washington’s old general stores lately?

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