We can’t wait to wow you with our beautiful historic architecture, incredible streetscape, public art and our distinctive vibe. Built over 2 centuries ago, on the business of whiskey, medicinal roots and herbs, we are proud to be the quintessential North Carolina community in the middle of one of the world’s most dynamic regions. 

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Dining Downtown

Downtown Statesville blends historic architecture and Main Street atmosphere for a unique dining experience. Enjoy an eclectic mix of casual and fine dining restaurants, meaning there’s a place to satisfy any palate morning, noon and night.

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Shopping Downtown

Fostering a collection of over 25 independently owned, one of kind shops and boutiques, it’s a shopper’s delight! Discover  great finds for gifts, home décor, outdoor lovers, fashionistas, personal care, foodies and more. 

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History & Culture

Built over 2 centuries ago, on the business of whiskey, medicinal roots and herbs, Statesville is proud of the history that surrounds us. From our historic architecture and stories of yesteryear to our live music scene and amazing art. 

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Things To Do

If you’re looking for something to do, you’ve come to the right place! From our events, family fun & attractions to our inspirational art events and craft beer scene, we have no shortage of things to do while you are here.

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Parking Downtown

Downtown is pedestrian-friendly and offers both on-street 2 hour parking and all-day public parking lots. While enjoying the walk from your car take few moments to soak up our historic buildings and discover our timeless charm.

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Business Directory

Our mixed use historic business district is home to more than 350 shops, restaurants, services, professionals, businesses and organizations. Let's do our part and support all of the independent businesses that can be found here.

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Downtown Dollars

Downtown Dollars can be used just like cash at participating downtown shops, restaurants and other businesses. They are perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, employee recognition, thank you gifts, and promotional items or prizes.

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Calendar of Events

Downtown is the hub of cultural arts, live music, entertainment experiences and hosts some of the community’s largest public events from festivals to farmer’s markets to holiday celebrations.

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Visitors often become residents, falling in love with our vibrant downtown. We are dedicated to creating a strong culture of fun and charm, guaranteed to be experienced on our sidewalks and seating areas, inside our restaurants and breweries and, of course, within our unique shops and boutiques. 

Statesville features everything from live music to challenging escape rooms, live theater to amazing art. We look forward to sharing our story with you.

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Main Street America™ has been helping revitalize older and historic commercial districts for more than 35 years. Today it is a network of more than 35 years. Today, it is a network of more than 1,600 neighborhoods and communities, rural and urban, who share both a commitment to place and to building stronger communities through preservation-based economic development. Main Street America is a program of the nonprofit National Main Street Center, a subsidiary of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.



Statesville is a North Carolina Main Street community, designated by the N.C. Department of Commerce Main Street & Rural Planning Center.

Downtown Statesville Development Corporation is charged with administering the program at the local level and building public-private partnerships to spur economic development that achieves measurable results such as investment, business growth, and job creation. 

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