Old Village Mercantile was established in 1909 and still operates today in Caledonia, Missouri.
Old Village Mercantile Caledonia/Facebook The store is located on Caledonia’s Main street, which dates back to the 1800’s. The town is considered a National Historic District with 33 homes and businesses on the national register.
The store is filled with candy, jams, antiques, toys, and so much more!
Old Village Mercantile Caledonia/Facebook
Jars filled with homemade candy line the wall at Old Village Mercantile.
Robin K./Yelp Unlike a standard box of candy, you pay by the pound here. Just fill up a bag and bring it up front to the store clerk.
Their selection of taffy flavors is out of this world! Luckily, you can make your own mix by simply tossing each flavor in a bag to be weighed.
Daisy5674/TripAdvisor The store also sells homemade fudge and their flavors are absolutely amazing!
In addition to candy, there’s also a smoothie and coffee bar.
Old Village Mercantile/Facebook
While the store is decorated with antiques, many of them are available for purchase as well.
Old Village Mercantile Caledonia/Facebook
Just like old typical general stores, this one has a mechanical horse out front.
Daisy5674/TripAdvisor You may remember as a kid putting a coin in one of these and riding on them a few times while your parents shopped. Unfortunately, this one is out of service, but it does add a nostalgic touch to the store.
For a step back in time, be sure to visit this longstanding local shop in Caledonia.
Old Village Mercantile Caledonia/Facebook
The Old Village Mercantile is located at 219 S State Hwy 21 in Caledonia, Missouri. Their hours change based off of the season. To see when they are open this week, give them a call at (573) 779-3907.
Old Village Mercantile Caledonia/Facebook
The store is located on Caledonia’s Main street, which dates back to the 1800’s. The town is considered a National Historic District with 33 homes and businesses on the national register.
Robin K./Yelp
Unlike a standard box of candy, you pay by the pound here. Just fill up a bag and bring it up front to the store clerk.
Daisy5674/TripAdvisor
The store also sells homemade fudge and their flavors are absolutely amazing!
Old Village Mercantile/Facebook
You may remember as a kid putting a coin in one of these and riding on them a few times while your parents shopped. Unfortunately, this one is out of service, but it does add a nostalgic touch to the store.
For a list of other cool general stores in Missouri, click here.
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