Located in Aurora at the beautiful Champoeg State Park, this charming general store will make you feel as though you’ve been transported back in time. Established in 1863, the unique Butteville Store just so happens to be the oldest continually-operated store in Oregon. Visiting this historic general store will give you a blast from the past.
Back in 1863, Butteville was a bustling little town on the Willamette River, surrounded by farmland. The Butteville Store was opened as a general mercantile, and has stood the test of time for the last 153 years as a welcoming community shop, deli, and gathering place.
The history of this area is well preserved and absolutely fascinating. Champoeg State Park has numerous great places to see historical exhibits and learn about the history of the area.