What if you could revisit your childhood just by entering a single store? Atkinson Candy Company in Lufkin, Texas is one such place, dishing out their world-famous peanut butter bars since the 1930s.

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It all started in 1932, when husband and wife B.E. and Mabel Atkinson had to figure out a way to make money during the Great Depression.
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They decided on something that was not only cheap enough for anyone to afford, but also put a smile on the faces of people young and old.
While the factory looks quite a bit different than it did 80 years ago, very little about the actual candy making process has changed - and that's all that truly matters, anyway.
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Instead of trying to fix something that was never broken in the first place, Atkinson's stands by the tried-and-true family recipes that turned them into a household name.
Visitors are not just welcome, but encouraged to drop by for a tour.
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Prepare for a hefty dose of nostalgia as you get reacquainted with all sorts of candies rife with childhood memories.

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From Chick-O-Sticks to the iconic Peanut Butter Bars, there's a classic treat sure to please every sweet tooth.
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One of the best parts? Prices have hardly budged since the 1930s, so you can stock up on all your favorites for nothing more than pocket change.
You'll also be able to watch the candy being made right before your eyes.
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Such transparency is rare in this day and age - yet another reason why Atkinson's is a relic of the past worth cherishing.
So next time you find yourself in East Texas, pay a visit to Atkinson Candy Company before heading home.
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Address: 1608 West Frank Avenue, Lufkin, TX 75904.
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Hours are 8:15 a.m. until 4:45 p.m. Monday-Friday.

Visit the candy company’s website or Facebook page to learn more.

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