Woolworth's Store (Greensboro, North Carolina)

Woolworth's Store in Greensboro, North Carolina, was a historic five-and-dime retailer known for affordable goods, social change, and community presence. Established as part of the nationwide Woolworth's chain, it was notable for its pioneering lunch counter sit-ins during the Civil Rights Movement, highlighting efforts to challenge segregation and promote civil rights. The store served as both a shopping destination and a symbol of social progress, reflecting mid-20th-century retail culture and the struggle for racial equality, and remains a significant landmark in Greensboro’s history.