Neilson's Department Store, located on the courthouse square in downtown Oxford, Mississippi, is the oldest department store in the South, founded in 1837. Despite its long history, the store offers a contemporary shopping experience with a broad selection of high-quality clothing for men, women, and children. Customers praise the store for its excellent service, friendly staff, and engaging approach, especially with young children. The store accepts credit and debit cards and features a beautiful, well-maintained interior. Visitors have found great deals, such as summer shirts on sale, and appreciate the store’s wide variety of items, including men’s work attire, suits, women’s dresses, and children’s clothing. Many reviews highlight the store’s strong tradition of good business, its lasting presence since 1839, and the personal attention from staff. Neilson’s remains a cherished shopping destination, offering a unique shopping experience in an age where such establishments are rare.
Shopped Neilsons between 1971 and 1974 when I was a law student and then a business school student before transferring to USM for a MBA. Customer service was great and quality in men's wear was very high.Visited again sometime in the 1980'S.
March 2024
the worker Nicole was so sweet I was looking for my clothes for my niece and was so helpful and kind
September 2023
I visited Neilson’s Department Store on the courthouse square in downtown Oxford, Mississippi.Although the large store is the oldest department store in the South, founded in 1837, it has a contemporary feel. Now, mainly men’s, women’s and children’s clothing is sold, all of high quality.Credit and debit cards are... read full comment
