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Thomas Mercantile is one of Idaho’s longstanding treasures, with a history dating back to 1910. The country store, with a little bit of everything, began when Utah-native Samuel Thomas came to town on a horse. He was looking for a new adventure and when he stumbled upon a simple store in Swan Lake owned by Thomas Danahy. Samuel invited his brothers Chauncy and Moroni to join him at the store and the rest is history. Together, they set up a saddle making business in the back of the store, with general merchandising at the front.

At a Glance:

Thomas Mercantile has served Swan Lake since 1910

Remodeled and reopened in 2023 by Kaarin Engelmann

Features a café, local goods, books, art, and supplies

Hosts community events, markets, and live performances

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