One of the oldest continuously operating businesses in Covington, H.J. Smith and Sons General Store and Museum has been a Covington landmark since 1876. Partially a store and partially a museum, you’ll find yourself immersed in hundred year old history that’ll be sure to amaze you.

H.J. Smith opened the general store in 1876.
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It hasn’t changed locations either. Same spot for 141 years.
They've kept it in the family, too. Larry Smith and his sons run the business now.
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The Smith family has been living in Covington for more than 100 years. Generation after generation has taken ownership of this piece of history.
Over the years, they've collected different artifacts and memorabilia for display.
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Like this cast iron coffin that was used during the yellow fever epidemic.
You never know what you'll come across.
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Like this cotton scale.
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Or these typewriters.
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Oh yeah, there's a petrified rat, too.
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The museum is free to the public, and it's worth the trip.
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Check it out at Located at 308 N. Columbia St., Covington, LA 70433.

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