Mine No. 5 Store

Mine No. 5 Store
Location: Van Lear, Kentucky, United States
Area: .18 acres (0.073 ha)
Built: 1918
Architect: Unknown
Architectural style: No Style Listed
Governing body: Private
NRHP Reference#: 88003172[1]
Added to NRHP: January 26, 1989

The Mine No. 5 Store (Now known as Webb's Store) is a historic department store located in Van Lear, Kentucky, United States.[1] The two story, wood frame building was constructed in 1918 by Consolidated Coal Company.[2] On January 26, 1989, the structure was added to the National Register of Historic Places.[1]

Currently, the building is owned by Herman Webb, the brother of country music star, Loretta Lynn. Tourists can also receive a tour of the childhood home of Loretta Lynn and Crystal Gayle by stopping at the store. Admission is five dollars per person.[3]

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References

  1. ^ a b c National Register of Historic Places: Johnson County, Kentucky Retrieved on 2010-2-25
  2. ^ Powell, Helen National Register of Historic Places Nomination Form for Mine No. 5 Store 26 January 1989. Retrieved on 2010-2-25
  3. ^ Van Lear Tourism Retrieved on 2010-2-25