Dine. Shop. DISCOVER - Downtown Statesville, NC

Imagine being transported to the heart of Statesville, surrounded by 18 eclectic restaurants, charming sweet treat shops, wine destinations, a brewery, and more. This episode brings you right there, as our insightful guests, Brittany Marlow and Liz Petree, from the Downtown Statesville Development Corporation (DSDC), give us a virtual tour of this vibrant town. We get to know the riveting work of DSDC, their quest for economic vitality and the high standards they maintain for the North Carolina Main Street program. Get ready to virtually taste the sweetness of the local shops and feel the energy of the bustling downtown environment.The adventure doesn't stop there. We further navigate the remarkable events that the DSDC hosts, which range from the much-anticipated Pumpkin Fest and Friday After Five, to the intimate Wine Walks and Art Crawls. The Pumpkin Fest, in particular, is a journey of its own, with an amazing array of vendors, a car show, a kid zone and even a gripping after-party concert. We also explore the intriguing new Social District in Downtown Statesville, where you can enjoy a beverage while strolling around. The charm of Statesville's rich art scene, from the sculpture garden to the Cooper Street Banner Art Gallery, is impossible to resist. So, buckle up for this exhilarating journey into the heart of Statesville, as we uncover the tireless efforts of the DSDC to make it a must-visit destination.