Penn's Store

Steven Simon

2024-04

A General Store that's a beautiful piece of history. The oldest store in America. Has been in the Penn family since the beginning and has been operated by the family since 1850 and is located in Gravel Switch, KY. It over sees the creek at Penn Hole, another beautiful attraction.

Karrie B. Muse Marketing KY

2024-04

This place is worth the drive for the history. The owner is so pleasant and informative. Tons of cool items and delicious candy!

C Susie

2023-11

This store is the oldest Country Store in America still in ownership and operation by the same family. It has been in since 1850 and is now run by its 6th geneiation owner. The owner was very hospitable and kindly explained the history of the store to us in an easy-to-understand manner. Must go!Visited on October 1, 2023

Mike York

2023-11

This is an amazing step back in time. Remember, Penn's store is only open on Saturday and Sunday! Find a weekend, drive out, spend a little or leave a donation. Sit a spell on the front porch and find a local to chat with.We need to keep places like this alive.

Cristobal Maximus

2023-05

This is a must see place in Kentucky. It is the oldest general store in the state and has been in the same family since 1850. The owner was very kind and told us the history of the store. The drive through the country to get to this place is absolutely gorgeous. I highly recommend making the trip to this little piece of Kentucky history.

Hazel LePage

2023-05

A historically special and quaint place. Small, but neat little trinkets, daily goods, and other neat souvenirs can be found within the store. Jack the cat and the Owner Dawn were both very welcoming. Hours when my family and I visited were only on Saturday and Sunday from 1-5pm "or until the last customer leaves". Dawn was a lively and sweet woman who told us such interesting facts and history about this centuries old place.

Brandon R Carter

2024-02

Penn's General Store, a slice of history! As the oldest general store in Kentucky (I think), it's a step back in time with its charming atmosphere and authentic vibes. From local goods to nostalgic treasures, it's a true gem preserving tradition while offering a unique shopping experience for all.

Phil Mallott

2024-02

Unique, historical venue that provides a visual & visceral experience of Kentucky's early life.

Wandering Winchesters

2023-11

Nice old store a must to see

Cynthia Ray

2023-09

Love this place . So peaceful and fun . Swimming or mudding. Have a cookout , swim, fish,

Douglas A. Johnson

2023-08

Classic country store, genuine old stores are disappearing in rural areas. Fascinating history and international acclaim. Well worth stopping in to meet local folks, get some old-fashioned candy, and listen to the genuine stories of a family descended from William Penn.

Richard Gilkey

2022-05

It's a place that just takes you back to when there was no internet, things like that, it was very relaxing.

Yolantha Harrison-Pace

2021-05

I love this piece of historicity. It is a marvelous family get away from the stresses of life...including your cell phone.

JR Webber

2022-05

Such a wonderful little gem!The owner and sales personnel are soooo kind. They took the time to tell our children about the history and give us tips about the area.It's family owned for decades and supports/host community events.They have a variety of old treasures and treated for a day trip at the river next door.This place should be on a travel channel TV show!

victoria Weatherly

2023-08

Well worth the trip, little spot out in the county and friendly people too.

Kathy spangler

2020-05

Great historical place. To bad the staff is not as kind as the former owner that passed away. She was very kind and made my visits enjoyable. The new owners not so much

James Ellis

2023-05

I loved the the that store spent many days there as a kid learning from my elders

Kristin

2022-05

Great place to go and hear old stories! Did I mention it’s located in the most beautiful place in the world?

DoodleZ

2022-05

I wasn't at the Penn's Store. I was at the river next to it. My River Fam own the spot where I was at. And I absolutely love it there!

Brenda Moore

2018-05

Historical Peen's store has been around a long time probably a hundred years. When it used to be open the cash register was a cigar box. Was opened several years back for the Outhouse blowout annual event. And they were still using that same cigar box.

will jaffe

2021-05

This place is so quaint yet amazingly historical....and my wife, she absolutely loves the rock candy!!!!

New York Mike

2023-06

Neat little place doen a dead end road in the middle of nowhere. Super nice people.

Ricky Dudgeon Jr.

2023-05

Great history and a great destination on a Saturday.

Joeseph Redwood

2019-05

There should be a warning about the local racists... black people aren’t too welcome in the area.

Eric & stacy Price

2020-05

Just a wonderful place to go and enjoy nature.

Knife & Fork Farm, Gravel Switch KY Berenstern

2022-05

True Kentucky Treasure. Music events are a must attend

Tammy Sullivan

2021-05

A beautiful store in a country setting.

Jason Skinner

2023-05

Awesome great history

John Tamme

2020-05

The oldest working store in kentucky

B P

2021-05

Great historical site