While we were in Tazewell, TN we came across a gas station that was restored to what it was like in the 1930's. The Rose Service Station that was a Gulf Station opened in 1930 and operated until 1956. After the station closed it became living quarters until 1968 it was vacated and stayed empty and deteriorated until 2001. In 2001 the town of Tazewell became the owner of the property and did a complete restoration of the station. The Gulf station features authentic signage and cylindrical glass gas pumps. It is open week days 8:00 to 4:00. The station was featured in the film "Thunder Road".
It was fun to visit the Gulf station and even though the 1930's station was way before my time it was fun to step back in time for a few minutes and just take in what life was like back in the 30's, 40's and 50's. If you are ever in the Tazewell area take a few minutes and stop by the Gulf Gas Station. You will not be disappointed. Check back tomorrow for more of our day trip we took on Saturday. Next stop, Cumberland Gap!
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