The Old Country Store: A Step Into Moultonborough’s Living History

When the chill of November sets in and the crowds around Lake Winnipesaukee thin, there’s no better place to soak up history and small-town charm than The Old Country Store in Moultonborough Village. Built around 1780, this venerable building has worn many hats—post office, town hall, library—and its clapboard walls carry decades of stories.

Pop in on a crisp morning with steaming coffee in hand: the creak of floorboards, the smell of old wood mingling with fresh baked goods, and friendly conversation among locals make you feel rooted in place. It’s not just a store—it’s a living museum, meeting place, and reminder of how community once revolved around simpler rhythms.

Whether you’re browsing for classic souvenirs, picking up a loaf of bread or just wandering to enjoy the quiet, the Old Country Store invites you to pause. In November, when the trees stand bare and the air is clear, every detail—handwritten signage, antique knickknacks, the weight of history—feels sharper.

If you visit this month, try going around sunrise. Watch the first light hit the white siding, notice the stones on the foundation, the aged glass panes. It’s a reminder: Moultonborough Village has stories, and many of them are still being lived.