Mercantile store

A Mercantile store is a type of retail business that sells a wide variety of goods, typically including dry goods, household items, clothing, and sometimes grocery products. Historically, these stores served as general stores, offering everything a community might need in one place. Today, a Mercantile store often functions as a regional or traditional shop that provides diverse merchandise, often emphasizing a broad product range to meet general retail needs. They are characterized by their large selection of goods, catering to everyday shopping requirements in a convenient, single location.