That feeling that takes you back to the “good ol’ days” can sometimes be hard to locate when you’re surrounded by updated cities with shrinking historical districts. A good thing to note, however, is that small towns are always in the business of making us feel like we’re in the past. Kansas small towns aren’t really complete without that tiny grocery store with one or two checkout lanes, and family run restaurants you’ve never heard of. What happens when those towns are on Route 66? They get even older, and that feeling of walking back in time is readily available at this general store.
Along Route 66 in a small town called Riverton, there sits a tiny souvenir shop and general store that you really need to see to believe.
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The original building was rebuilt in 1925 due to tornado damage to the original, but it’s been preserved ever since, with only minor changes.
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It’s stood the test of time throughout the years, and it’s almost 100-years-old! It’s had a couple changes of ownership, as well as store names, but the heart of this piece of history has always been the same.
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Everything from the pressed tin ceiling tiles to the concrete slab it sits on is still working. They even have a vintage coke machine that’s been working just fine since it was installed oh so long ago.
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Guests have sat in the front of the store for decades, enjoying homemade chili and good times with passersby.
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They’re located at 7109 SE Hwy 66 Riverton, KS. Make sure to stop in for a spell next time you’re headed through the area!
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What’s your favorite small-town store that you can’t get enough of? Tell us in the comments below! If you’re looking for more time travel, check out this list of flea markets to help you make your home have that “good ol’ days” feeling you crave.
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