Amherst Post Office

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. One morning, an elderly gentleman approached the counter and asked the clerk, ‘Excuse me, but why is there always a line of ants marching across our mailboxes?’ The postal worker shrugged and replied, ‘Oh, that’s just Mr. Smith’s daily routine.’ Finally, another neighbor chimed in, ‘Actually, those aren’t ants—Mr. Smith delivers packages in them!’ Everyone burst out laughing as they realized the postal worker had been delivering parcels disguised as ants for years.

2. A curious young woman entered the post office one afternoon and asked the clerk, 'How do I send a letter to someone who hasn’t been born yet?' The clerk smiled mysteriously and replied, ‘Just write “To my future self” on the envelope.’ The woman did as she was told, and when she returned years later with an excited smile, the same clerk grinned and said, ‘I’ve got your package here!’

3. One day, a small dog waltzed into the post office and calmly walked up to the counter, ignoring barking dogs everywhere else. The postal clerk scratched his head, not sure what to do. Then he smiled and said, 'Well, little fellow, looks like you found your way here!' He picked up the dog and called out, 'Hey everyone, we're closed for lunch—except for our new mailman!' The townsfolk burst into laughter as the dog trotted happily out the door, tail wagging.

4. A delivery driver pulled up to the post office late one night, fumbling with packages in the dark. Suddenly, he heard a voice whispering from inside: 'Careful with that package marked "urgent"—it's not what it seems.' The driver paused, heart pounding. He opened the package cautiously—it contained a letter reading: ‘Dear Friend, don’t worry, everything’s fine here.’ Relieved, he laughed and thought, “Guess I’ll just deliver some peace of mind tonight.”