The corn crib was used to store “ear corn” (Corn that was still on the cob). It stands off the ground and has spaces between the boards that make up the walls. These features allow air to circulate, drying the corn and preventing spoilage.
An unused chicken coop would make a perfect shop. Cobblers traveled with a few tools and shared news of what was happening in the other towns while they worked on shoes. Here is a replica of such a log home at Hart Square.

I am very much enjoying this series
Thanks, Arati!
These are all so interesting!
Indeed Ellen!