Variety of honey and jam jars with a large yellow letter 'S' in the center on a black wooden background.

S is for Store

Store = Sustainability

The “S” in HEARTS stands for Store, representing a sustainable future for this and other local historic sites. With tours, events, and sales taking place at the Store, the Hugh Torance House and Store now has the means to continue sharing its rich history as the oldest standing store in North Carolina.

To reserve your spot at a docent-led tour at the Hugh Torance House and Store, click here to learn more.

Below, please find featured historic stores in our region. Support local and remember these incredible historic stores for your shopping needs!

Our Featured Historic Stores

  • A room with wooden walls and shelves filled with various pottery, ceramics, and decorative items. There is a small window in the center, with sunlight coming through. The foreground shows a table with Plexiglas jars, snacks, papers, and promotional materials.

    Hugh Torance House and Store

    Step back in time at NC’s oldest standing store c.1779 in Huntersville, NC. Featuring artisan goods, books, honey, and more.

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  • An old, two-story brick building with a sign that reads 'W. C. Davis Company Gen Store.' It has a wooden porch with support columns and a gravel parking lot in front.

    Davis General Store

    Since 1890, the Davis General Store has continuously served the community of Croft in North Mecklenburg. This classic general store has the goods!

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  • Interior of a vintage thrift store with shelves filled with various items, a person browsing, and large windows letting in natural light.

    D. E. Turner & Co. Hardware

    In 1898 D.E. Turner opened his store and it has continually been in operation in its historic building in downtown Mooresville ever since.

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