The 1883 Mast General Store of Valle Crucis, NC is the Most Amazing Store We Have Ever Documented
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- čas přidán 7. 06. 2024
- THE FIRST 94 YEARS OF THE MAST STORE WERE JUST THE BEGINNING
John and Faye Cooper purchased the store in 1979 and set out on a journey that has became the American Dream. They moved their young family into the top two floors of the store and began the working on the store. When the doors were re-opened on June 3, 1980, there were two rooms filled with merchandise that would serve the local community. Milk, bread, cast iron, feed, chicken scratch and even mouse traps. 43, years later they are now 11 of the Mast General Stores and the story continues.
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Remarkable place with remarkable people. Glad to see such places still exist...and thrive.
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. thanks for watching what we do. John
Nothing like old General Stores, this store is Massive.
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
And they took teaching history out of our classrooms, WHAT A SHAME !!!. Love our videos keep them coming.
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
What an incredible woman.
Lisa is the best!
Wow, what a store with such a great story to tell
It really is!
THE MAST GENERAL STORE IS VERY DEAR TO MY HEART. A PLACE AND FEEL YOU COULD NEVER FIND ANYWHERE ELSE, THE WORLD OVER.
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
Love this !! Another place to add to bucket list. Thanks John and Jodi look forward to seeing and learning more🤩 26:11
Our pleasure!The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
There is something aout the smells in a general store which reminds of home.
yes for sure!
I loved hearing the history and see the upstairs. Love hearing the squeaky floors, my high school had squeaky floors. My grandmother, mother, myself and sons all went to that school but unfortunately it is scheduled to be torn down soon. Love your history and that you are carrying on traditions too.
I hope someone will make a video of the school and tell the history of it.
we did film the school there and hope to post that video in a few weeks.
Great video! Nice to see lovely people keeping traditions and history alive. Thanks John and Jodi! ❤
Glad you enjoyed it
I so enjoyed seeing this wonderful store & listening to the story.
I loved this video!
Nice to hear you loved it my friend! John
My children's ancestors are a part of Valle Crucis history! We made the trip to visit the store and cemetery's during the Grandfather Mtn Highland games. A living history reminder. ❤
So cool!The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. thanks for watching what we do. John
What a beautiful place / store.
yes it is amazing to see in person!
Wow, what a place. Lots and lots of history there. Look forward to seeing the next video and learning more.
thanks we have several more videos coming !
Wow John! Here's another place I'm gonna need to visit. Great video and a prosperous business.
As always, Thumbs up 👍
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
How awesome..the place and her story 💜💜💜💜
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
Now this is what I am talking about.
It’s like stepping back in time to my childhood memories.
The store is place that I could spend hours in looking from top to bottom shelves.
I know there’s plenty items I would want.
We went to the store in Waynesville and enjoyed the barrels of candy and I remember getting clothing, gadgets, toys, and so much more.
Enjoy these old time treasures that still bring the people into their doors.
Can’t imagine how much attention is paid to the customers.
Try getting anybody to help you in the big box change is a challenge and items are replaced elsewhere from your last visit.
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
Enjoyed this sweet Lady telling about her parents moving from Florida and taking over the store. Would love to visit one day…. Good video John.
thanks Sassy!
Awesome interview and video! I love this kind of thing. Bringing the old back, adding a little new. Beautiful ❤
Thank you both, John and Jodie, for this series.
God bless ya'll, and safe travels ❤🙏❤️
Glad you enjoyed it!
Wow, very nice Store. I'm sure that if those walls could talk they would have some stories to tell. Lisa is sweet and a very compassionate lady, taking good care of her employees. Looks like you can find whatever your need in this huge store, except for maybe a chicken 😂. Really enjoyed it y'all 😉
Wow another great historical treasure you two have found. Looking forward to more on this store and it's history. Thank you.
Our pleasure! The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
Brings back. Memories
Fantastic video, Americans are starving for these hard to find places and to get back to their roots !! Thanks for sharing.
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
Geez,what an incredibly beautiful store.Amazing,salt of the earth people.I’d love to visit.🇨🇦♥️
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
Wow, Great Vid John and what a legacy going on with these stores! Wonderful!
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
You're welcome, love the AP Channel and look forward to meeting you all some time!@@theappalachianchannel
Nice community.
it is beautiful there in that valley
Planning to visit soon from Australia
Let us know if you visit!
Go by there everytime I am close. Discovered when younger sister attended App State. Awesome drive, candy lovers dream.
wow, so fun to see this store. Its amazing and such nice people too. Thanks for this tour. Loved it.
Thanks for watching!
Lived down around Greenville SC and loved going into the Mast General store there.
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
I used to work at The Candy Barrel and my cousin worked in the store, many years ago.
Awesome
Impressive for this shop so many axes and daggers
yes they have a lot to choose from!
Very interesting,thanks for sharing. ❤
thanks for watching..
So cool!!! I love it😮
hello April! Thanks for always commenting!
I love the old mass general Store
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
That's an amazing store , keep up the great work jon
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
Been here a few times and it's like stepping back in time.... the Good Times....👍👍..
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
Wow how the store has grown. I visited there on my honeymoon in 1984 and I have very fond memories of it. I still have an enamelware pot I bought there! My husband and I stayed in a cabin in Valle Crucis and returned every year for a couple of years for our anniversary. I’d love to visit it again. Thank you for bringing up a much loved memory for me!
Thanks for sharing
Haven't thought of silly putty in years! I used to love it and press it against the newspaper :)
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
WOW, love that Old Store..
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. thanks for watching what we do. John
About half way through. I was going to say what a proud lady and she choked 😢 me up . But at the end . Ya I got did get choked ! Your videos are going places beyond the imagination! Keep that good work up you two .
Glad you enjoyed it
I have been there, it’s been a while. I want to go back soon. Love the video.
Thanks for watching!
Looks like the type of store that offers only “Better & Best” in quality. I’ll bet it’s a pleasure to shop their for gifts & whatnots.
Thanks for another , Brother !!
You bet!
Lisa Your store is Beautiful big and long the rooms are, I could sense your Love and Happiness when you started to well up to cry wonderful and the Best to all to You and the Employees etc. Thank You. 👍👍🌹
thanks for the comment John & Jodi
I have been going to the Mast store for over 60 years. It is wonderful to go back in time. We have property just north of the store across the Watauga River. Valle Crucis is an amazing valley. Now covered in horse farms was farmed in early years with tobacco, corn, hay. Don't miss the chance to visit.
That is awesome!
Wow what a great video
Glad you enjoyed it
A great community store. What a treasure !
WOW, WOW, Thank you. 👍(Naaman)
Our pleasure!
Yes, I have been there but it's been a while. I don't remember it being so big. Hope to drop it one day. Thanks for this video and all the info !!!
we go there all the time, but This video really opened our eyes to the history and wonderment of the place!! Thanks!
You’re welcome
Very special place! Thank you John & Jodi.
yes it is a special place! thanks for the comment!
So interesting thank for sharing
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
Thankyou this video was fantastic 💕🇦🇺 Love from Australia 🇦🇺
You are so welcome! Hello in Australia !
another great video
thanks for the comment!
This is awesome!! Will be watching the continuing videos.
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
Shout out from Nacogdoches Texas John. You do a wonderful job documenting Appalachia keep up the good work and may God bless
Very interesting!
Glad you think so!
what a great job on branching out to N.C. Keep the videos coming
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
I love the old store's!!! I enjoyed your video thank you for sharing with us.God Bless you all.
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
Love this!
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
Awesome video. Keep up the good work.😀
Thanks!
You finally made it to one that I use 🎉
do you live close to the store?
@@theappalachianchannel No, I go get my Christmas trees just around the corner every year. I live about 2 hours away.
Nice to see treasures from the past that show a
special shared history of America. Keep it up. I would love to shop in the shoe dept.
This was an amazing video. I appreciate everyone that works at this big old general store. May God bless you all and keep you all safe and healthy where ever you go
I really enjoyed this video & tour of this beautiful old store that takes us back in time. I love history & the old & simple ways of life. Such nice genuine folks there to. Definitely planning on visiting one of these stores in the future. Thanks John & Jodi for sharing. 😇👍🏻😊❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻
You’re welcome
Thank you so much for hi-lighting East Tennessee. My wife and I have watched two of your video’s; Dandridge and this one on the Mast General Store. I am from western PA but went to Carson-Newman College (at that time) where I met my bride who is from Greeneville TN. We often would stop at the Mast General Store on our trips from our home in eastern NC to visit family. One of the memories of our boys was a casket that was on display in what is now the Christmas Shop section. Thank you again and keep up the videoing of beautiful and historic Tennessee.
It’s our pleasure, thank you - Jodi💕
That was an awesome place, hope you do more videos there
We hope to do so thank you
Omg i randomly ran into this beautiful store years ago and always wondered where its at thanks 😊
Another great country store. Looking forward to the rest of the story.🎉
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
Love the history of this store. What a wonderful amazing place. I'd love to travel there and shop for some of the products I've not seen for years. Thank you for your wonderful channel I watch all of your videos. You and your wife are much loved. Best wishes from New Braunfels Texas.
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
Thanks John and Jodi for showing another awesome place that I need to add to my travel list! Looking forward to seeing the next video!
More to come!
Awesome! Definitely need to visit. Thanks for sharing! 😊
yes it is a must see if you love old stores.
Glad to see you made it to the Mast General Store. Have been there several times; first time was in the 1970's and this brings back memories. Thanks for bringing this so everyone can relive the history of this country.
Very cool! The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
Great topic! I'm glad you got around to Mast. I love your channel. Keep up the good work! 😊
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
Great Video. 👍👍 Have known about the area would Love to visit
So amazing!
yes it is! John
Watching this being back meany memories for me. In the early 80’s I ran a general store in Northern Ontario Canada, it had been in the family for 80 + years. It had the gas pumps butcher shop groceries, clothing and everything a general store would carry.
I absolutely loved serving customers and cutting meat.
One day I’d love to visit this store.
The coolest thing for me is the knife area, I ordered a custom made knife directly from Winkler Knives a few years back, he definitely knows how to put out beautiful work.
I definitely would love to visit this area, and going to add it to my list.
I just love your channel.
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
I’m very familiar with the Mast General Store in Waynesville, NC where I once lived. Enjoyed this vlog. Lisa’s heartfelt sentiment near the end, warmed my heart. Would like to visit this one in Valle Crucis.
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
Beautiful store
What a neat place. I would like to visit it sometime.
My family moved from Boone NC to Florida in the 1950's and I was born in Winter park florida : )
Amazing
Imagine if you had enough room for a little diner. Drinks, sandwiches. and pies. Awesome place.
You know I have always thought a wish lists would be really useful and cool . You know in these kind of stores. A way to make it fun and for people to see what could be .
That's a great idea!
Modern folk are looking for old places~~~(technology is not for everyone) We need to find places of yesteryear....love to see places like this opening, lets make sure to support them
I have wanted to go there for so long and now I’m set to go
yes let us know what you think about the store! John
What a beautiful little store!
hello there. We will back to RM Brooks Sept 2nd for the car show.
@@theappalachianchannel We will be there!
I have visited this store for years and always come back when I am in the area. I absolutely love, love this place. Not mentioned was there is plenty of hiking places in this county and there are hiking equipment in the store along with hiking shoes and socks.
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
26:44 That's awesome it's I mpressive I love it got to get there one day God willing.
My roots are in the Watauga valley.
Beautiful place
Hey john hyd this is gabby
Wow
What a beautiful family environment working place ! Just thinking for every one and stop being selfish
I wish this store was close to me I would live there 😂
Mast
The old stores are a part of history that is disappearing. We now have to drive hundreds of miles to find one to document. Thanks for watching what we do. John & Jodi
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It's cleanedup!
Talcum powder in the joints will help creaky floors,
nice to know but i think people like to hear it.