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  Downtown Wilson, NC, is showing signs of a great turnaround. Four new restaurants have opened in the past 18 months, as well as charming specialty shops and other small businesses.

  Downtown Director Kimberly Van Dyk (photo) wants to make sure you have a chance to be part of the excitement in the heart of Wilson. You can reach her at 252.293.5306 or by email.

The City of Wilson is participating in a five-year North Carolina Rehab Code pilot program focusing on finding ways to encourage an increased number of downtown renovation projects over new construction projects by eliminating unnecessary restrictions in the renovation of historic buildings. Downtown Wilson was named a National Main Street Community in 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006 in recognition of achieving national standards for commercial district revitalization. Downtown Wilson was also designated as a North Carolina Main Street Community in 1982 because of its historic architectural beauty and strong community involvement. In 1983 the area was designated as part of the National Register of Historic Places recognizing the area as the Tobacco Warehouse Historic District.

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Do you long to explore far away places and discover unknown treasures and rare gems?

Perhaps you dream of being an adventurer like Indiana Jones, braving giant spiders, fierce warriors and many other dangers on your adventures?

However, if you don’t see yourself literally hanging by a thread from bridges over high gorges or swinging on vines through jungles, you will be relieved to know that many precious gems can be found right here in Wilson, North Carolina.

That’s right; the Downtown Cultural District of Wilson is a trove of hidden treasures waiting to be discovered. You don’t need binoculars or a microscope, or any expensive equipment; but, do grab your comfortable walking shoes and join us as we go on an adventure to discover the hidden gems of Wilson.

 

Wilson Downtown
Development Corporation
P.O. Box 10
121 West Nash Street
Wilson, NC 27894

Ph  252.293.5306
Fax  252.291.9267
Email Kimberly Van Dyk,, Downtown Manager

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