Posted in West Virginia March 23, 2017 by

This Delightful General Store In West Virginia Will Have You Longing For The Past

There’s nothing more charming and nostalgic than a general store, and West Virginia has several. O’Hurley’s is a quaint little shop in Shepherdstown. Take a look!

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You'll find O'Hurley's General Store at 205 E. Washington Street in Shepherdstown.
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One of the very best things about O'Hurley's is its owner Jay. Rumor has it that Jay was actually born upstairs!
O'hurley's General Store/Facebook
Every proper general store has a store cat. This is Murphy.
O'hurley's General Store/Facebook
You might find Murphy looking adorable, curled up on any one of several shelves. He apparently has a thing for Raggedy Ann dolls.
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This shop has many original fixtures throughout, including this counter.
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The handmade furniture is gorgeous.
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You'll definitely want to snuggle up near the original hearth on a chilly day.
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On really cold days, Jay fires up this stove, which makes everyone nice and toasty.
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O'Hurley's offers plenty of antiques and collectibles, so if you're feeling nostalgic and want to own a little piece of history, this is the place.
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You'll also find plenty of handmade items here. Depending on the season, you might find baskets of warm mittens and hats...
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...or beautiful, hand-crafted bird houses.
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Do you love vintage-style jewelry? The store carries that, too!
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Need to find the perfect gift for that special someone? O'Hurley's carries all kinds of unique items.
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If you're looking to add to your marble collection, bring your allowance money on by.
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The store always has a nice selection of holiday-themed gifts and decor.
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Stop by O'Hurley's every Thursday night at 7:30.
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You'll love the feeling of community at this general store - come on by and sit awhile!
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O'Hurley's General Store is open seven days a week. Visit on Monday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm; Sunday from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm.

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Our state has a few more general stores, too. Take a look at these 8 charming stores in West Virginia.