Shell-Shaped Shell Station (Historic Landmark) — Attraction in Winston-Salem

Great historic place The Shell Service Station in Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, North Carolina, was a filling station constructed in 1930 following a decision in the 1920s by the new local Shell distributor, Quality Oil Co., to bring brand awareness to the market in Winston-Salem. The building is an example of representational or novelty architecture and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 13, 1976. It is located in the Waughtown-Belview Historic District. This single-story Shell station, in the shape of a giant scallop shell, was built by R.H. Burton and his son, Ralph, in 1930 at Sprague and Peachtree Streets in Winston-Salem. The owners of the oil company decided to attract customers through a series of shell-shaped service stations. They built at least eight in the Winston-Salem area, but the station at Sprague and Peachtree is the only one remaining. The Shell station speaks to the literalism prevalent in some advertising during the 1920s and 1930s.

Preservation North Carolina, an organization dedicated to the preservation of historic sites, spent one year and $50,000 to bring the landmark station back to its original condition. Workers removed layers of faded yellow paint to reveal the Shell's original yellow-orange color. The original front door was repaired and a crack fixed that had been previously sealed with nothing more than black tar. The wooden, trellised shelter that housed the car wash and allowed cars to be washed and/or serviced in the shade was reconstructed as well. Quality Oil Company donated restored gas pumps and replica lamp posts to help finish off the restoration. The landmark now serves as a museum for Preservation...

The Shell-Shaped Shell Station in North Carolina is such a quirky and fun roadside stop! It’s a quick visit, but absolutely worth it if you enjoy unique landmarks or love grabbing fun photos. The bright yellow, shell-shaped building is wonderfully retro and stands out as a piece of history and creativity. It doesn’t take much time to see, making it a perfect little detour. Definitely a must-see for anyone who loves roadside Americana or...

This is a vintage shell gas station ⛽. It is not in operation anymore, but it is cute to see and.take pictures of. There are vintage shell items inside but you have to look through the door and or windows to catch a glimpse of it. It's a nice roadside attraction if you're into that kind of thing and cook to see if you like vintage stuff. This was my second time stopping here but my travel companion had...