In this day and age, shopping has NEVER been easier, thanks to chain grocery stores on nearly every corner and 2-day delivery from online retailers. While this convenience is, well, downright convenient, it is missing the personal touch that comes with small, locally-owned stores, such as the old and historical St. Elmo General Store:

Located in the must-visit ghost town of St. Elmo (AKA “Colorado’s Most Original Ghost Town”), the aptly named St. Elmo General Store is a charming shop that is jammed-packed with surprises!

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Opened around the time of the town’s inception in 1888, the St. Elmo General Store was once the old Miners Exchange, which served both the miners who lived in or frequented the area as well as resident families.

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What will you find today at the old Miners Exchange? Visitors will find everything from antiques and collectibles to souvenirs commemorating your visit to the General Store.

St. Elmo

Need we mention that the St. Elmo General Store also sells treats and refreshments?

St. Elmo General Store

When you visit, be sure also to set aside time to explore the rest of the town and its many beautiful and well-preserved buildings and homes. 

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To learn more about St. Elmo and the St. Elmo General Store, please visit the town’s official website.

St. Elmo

The St. Elmo General Store is open every day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. May through September and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in October.

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Do you have a favorite attraction, event, or restaurant that you would like to see featured on Only in Colorado? Remember to nominate it here! For even more of our favorite historical stores, be sure to check out one (or all!) of These 10 Charming General Stores In Colorado Will Make You Feel Nostalgic.

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Address: St Elmo General Store Inc, 25865 Co Rd 162, Nathrop, CO 81236, USA

Located in the must-visit ghost town of St. Elmo (AKA “Colorado’s Most Original Ghost Town”), the aptly named St. Elmo General Store is a charming shop that is jammed-packed with surprises!

TripAdvisor/Management

Opened around the time of the town’s inception in 1888, the St. Elmo General Store was once the old Miners Exchange, which served both the miners who lived in or frequented the area as well as resident families.

TripAdvisor/Nate R

What will you find today at the old Miners Exchange? Visitors will find everything from antiques and collectibles to souvenirs commemorating your visit to the General Store.

St. Elmo

Need we mention that the St. Elmo General Store also sells treats and refreshments?

St. Elmo General Store

When you visit, be sure also to set aside time to explore the rest of the town and its many beautiful and well-preserved buildings and homes. 

TripAdvisor/Starwoodinpa

To learn more about St. Elmo and the St. Elmo General Store, please visit the town’s official website.

St. Elmo

The St. Elmo General Store is open every day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. May through September and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in October.

TripAdvisor/jennaleigh13

Do you have a favorite attraction, event, or restaurant that you would like to see featured on Only in Colorado? Remember to nominate it here! For even more of our favorite historical stores, be sure to check out one (or all!) of These 10 Charming General Stores In Colorado Will Make You Feel Nostalgic.

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TripAdvisor/Nate R

St. Elmo

St. Elmo General Store

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