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December 2023 by Enoch Ben Gabri'al Jihad Shabazz Yisra'al Bey
The symbolism of the scallop13 February 2019 Central Venice The scallop is a bivalve mollusc that comes from the Mediterranean Sea: the white and fleshy part is the adductor muscle, while the softer flesh is called coral. It is a delicious, tasty and also low-calorie dish.It has many names because the seafood is linked to many stories and legends. It is called Shell of Saint James because it is the symbol of a medieval costume: the Christian pilgrims used to cross the countries of France and Spain on the route to Santiago de Compostela. When they arrived at Santiago, which is called Saint James in English, they used to collect the scallops’ shell and to use them as lucky charms.Another legend is linked to the Greek mythology: the scallop is an Aphrodite’s symbol, goodness of love and beauty, who was born from the sea foam and reached the shores of Cyprus on a scallop’s shell. The seafood is a symbol of femininity and fertility.
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November 2023 by Mike O.
Nice and unique tourist spot but not so nice neighborhood. This station closed in the 1950s but is an interesting stop to the long ago location of gassing up the vehicle. Two pumps are on the outside and a stationary ramp was off to the left to allow working on the underside of cars. On the inside was a wax (hopefully) statue of an attendant waiting to greet you (creepy). Some interesting info can be found on this link:
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July 2023 by Chip P.
Almost 100 years ago, North Carolina had approximately seven shell stations that were shaped like actual shells. None of them still exist except this one in Winston-Salem. It took a lot of work and $50,000 to restore this to its original form. Sadly, my wife and I went to visit it during a horrific rain storm. It was still super cool. it's not an active and working gas station, but is still definitely worth a visit. Very cool. I still wish they made gas stations and other businesses like this because I would visit them frequently. I highly recommend stopping here if you are in Winston Salem.
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May 2023 by Ellie D.
Unfortunately we came when the station was closed but it was still so cool to see. Definitely a great stop to take a little walk when you're doing a long drive. It would be nice to have some kind of signage on the outside somewhere for those who visit when the interior is closed, hence the one star drop.
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August 2022 by Peter K.
This is not a working gas station but rather a price if history. This is the only station of mine built in 1930s that is still standing. Very cool stop fir a photo op and a bit of history
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June 2022 by Cara R.
Pretty cool. You can peep in the windows they have a bunch of old Shell stuff. I always seek stuff like this out when traveling!
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April 2022 by Jeff B.
I had to stop by and see the Shell shaped Shell gas station. Be warned that this is not in the best neighborhood and you should be aware of your surroundings when visiting. This Shell is in need of a facelift, but it is a great representation of the 1930's and the infatuation with the emerging car culture. I understand it is the last of its kind in existence. If you enjoy all things cars, this is a great thing to see. Hopefully it will continue to stand and represent a different era of seemingly inexhaustible fuel and car culture.
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March 2022 by Ronald McKenzie
Just a fun drive-by of days gone by. The business is closed but well maintained.
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February 2022 by Christina Curley
SO much fun, take the time to go see the last standing Shell Shaped She’ll Station. You can look inside the windows too and see the newspaper cutouts on the walls. Obviously it’s not in business anymore, still neat though!
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February 2022 by CaptainLou52
Very cool place to see sadly we went when it was closed but it was still so cool
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December 2021 by Spike Hopkins
Great historic placeThe 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 North Carolina.
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November 2021 by Tina V.
Wanted to find something unique and stumbled upon this vintage Shell station. In the middle of a quiet neighborhood sits this adorable shell station, it is worth stoping by. I am not sure if you an go inside or not, but you can peek through the windows and see some interesting items.
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November 2021 by John Levins
Awesome blast from the past.I hope this time capsule of Americana is persurved for many generations to come.
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November 2021 by Debra Quantmeyer
If you are visiting the area stop by this unique little gas station. It's just a photo opportunity place, but fun. I can't imagine how the neighbors feel who live next door to it!! So cool. You can't walk inside, but make sure you peek inside the front door!
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September 2021 by Percy Lee
Its pretty cool but as far as I could tell there really isnt anything to do besides just look at the outside and move on.
