Exploring 124 YEAR OLD General Store! Still In Operation! CF Hays and Son Musella Georgia

Sidestep: Adventures Into History
Sidestep: Adventures Into History
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Published 2024-08-08
Join me on this adventure into history as I visit the historic C.F. Hays and Son General Store in Musella, Georgia—a true relic of the past, established around 1900 by Robert L. “Mr. Bob” Dickey, of Dickey Farms Peaches fame. This store has been a cornerstone of the Musella community for over a century, and it’s still in operation today, run by Cary Hays, the grandson of C.F. Hays, who purchased the business in 1934.

In this video, we explore the store’s rich history, its authentic charm, and its enduring place in the heart of this small town. Located just across the street from Dickey Farms, the oldest continuously operating peach packing facility in Georgia, this general store is a testament to the enduring legacy of family-owned businesses in rural America.

Whether you're a history enthusiast or just love discovering unique and timeless places, this visit to the C.F. Hays and Son General Store offers a glimpse into the past that you won't want to miss. Join me as we uncover the stories and heritage of Musella, Georgia, a town steeped in history and tradition.
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  • @AdventuresIntoHistory
    This place is truly amazing! I was almost speechless just absorbing everything to see! I hope to return for a more detailed history soon! Tip Jar For Gas: www.paypal.me/rwrightphotography Follow me on my old farm: www.youtube.com/channel/UC56vh2L-M0czmoTRLhSMaxg eBay Shop: www.ebay.com/usr/oldbyrdfarm Join The Official Sidestep Adventures Fan Group: www.facebook.com/groups/561758371276581/?ref=share… My flashlight link: www.olightstore.com/s/UPTJSG Save 10 percent: SAIH10 (not valid on sales items and X9R) Mail: Sidestep Adventures PO BOX 206 Waverly Hall, Georgia 31831
  • @helenwenzel7603
    What a beautiful old store! Amazing building still in use. Makes you feel young at heart.
  • @mercedithcompala8148
    This was so wonderful, I can't stop smiling ❤. Thanks Robert and the Hays family 🎉
  • @decembergem4598
    What an amazing treasure, thank you Robert for the tour. Thank you to all who allowed Robert to film it for us🙏
  • @billyscott6644
    Beautiful store. I’m 72 and reminds me of my childhood growing up in rural Mississippi
  • @randomvintagefilm273
    This was the smart way to operate a small store. Keep all items behind the counters!
  • @robertburns3014
    I love seeing old stores like the C.F. Hays general store! I like to think about all of the people who depended on establishments like this for supplies and items needed for daily life. So cool!
  • @hsimpson6581
    You have to respect someone that keeps things going that many years. It is fantastic!
  • @monkeyloujoseph708
    Thank you dear boy for historic content. Not many people understand the importance of this knowledge! Thanks again!❤️
  • @bonniemcvicar-briggs5770
    Love this store Mr. Robert. It reminds me of a general store my granddaddy took us to in Hickman Co. TN. It was 62 years ago, I was 11 years old and was fascinated with the wares of the store. Men sat around playing checkers. Granddaddy bought us some coloring books and comics. Thank you for stirring the memory of the granddaddy I only met one summer.
  • @sheilam4964
    Thx to Mr Hays and you, Robert, for filming this and sharing it with us.
  • @user-hn4oi7yz1h
    Thank you for bringing this store to our attention. I believe there are people who still have memories of store like this one, I know I do.
  • @DownSouthRustyClassics
    I love going in that store just to walk around exploring! Makes me feel like I’m really in an old mercantile store 100 years ago. It’s only 20 minutes down the road from us! Thanks for sharing Robert!