Wall Drug
We began seeing signs for Wall Drug 50 miles before we got there. These signs offered free icewater, 5 cent coffee, free coffee and donut to veterans and a host of other enticing offerings. It's like a brain wash to stop there after reading all the signs. I don't see how anyone could drive by without stopping.
What started out as a drug store is now a massive general store of 72,000 square feet, selling everything from western wear, black hills gold, food and jewelry. A sign out front states that seating capacity is up to 530 in their cafe.
The Wall Drug began in 1931, during the great depression, by giving away free ice water to thirsty travelers. They built their reputation on friendly service and today this family owned business continues in this fashion.
I noticed on this visit they have a section out back that is called their back yard. It's a great place for kids to unwind. It like a playground and the favorite among the younger set is a hugh hokey Tyrannosaurus Rex who belches smoke and makes very loud noises every 14 minutes. Now I know you are all want to see this guy.
9 comments:
Loved you pictures great . Sound like a great place to visit and a glass of iced water just the ticket on a hot day. Love Joan.
Dawn what an amazing place how lovely to find somewhere still carrying on family traditions ,Iwould be happy to spend some time there ....thanks for sharing this lovely experiance ..........Jan xx
What a neat sounding place!
Sounds like a place I'd love to visit!!!! http://journals.aol.com/shayshaydc/Golfaholic
Sharon:)
those WALL DRUG signs are practically everywhere. i once saw one in NY state.
I had never heard of Wall Drug - you are educating me about the USA every day!
Kate.
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Kind of reminds me of the See Rock City signs and bird houses. :-)
I never heard of Wall Drug, what a great place that is...I loved the pictures!
Hi Dawn,
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Kate.
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