Perry Miniatures 28mm Scenery
28mm General Store
- Highly detailed 28mm scale model of a traditional general store
- Ideal for American frontier, Western, and 19th-century rural settings
- Perfect for wargaming scenarios, dioramas, or town layouts
- Supplied unpainted and may require assembly
Note: This requires assembly.
History:
The general store was a cornerstone of small-town life across North America throughout the 18th and 19th centuries. Serving as both a commercial hub and a social gathering place, these stores sold everything from foodstuffs and tools to clothing and mail-order goods. Often built of timber with a prominent front porch or overhanging signboard, general stores appeared in frontier towns, rural settlements, and along railway lines during the westward expansion. They frequently played a role in local politics, militia organisation, and even frontier justice. This 28mm model captures the distinctive architecture and character of these iconic establishments, bringing authenticity and functionality to historical tabletop settings.
