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Historic Downtown Statesville, an architecturally rich commercial district, is the heart of Iredell County. The original 1700’s cornerstone of “Fourth Creek Settlement”, the 1870’s era First National Bank Building which houses the town clock and the beautifully restored 1911 Statesville Depot are just a few of the landmarks that make Statesville “more than a crossroads”. In Downtown Statesville you will experience Southern history and hospitality at it’s finest in diverse buildings, shops, restaurants and encounters with friendly local residents. www.downtownstatesvillenc.org

 

Downtown Attractions

Images at the Crossroads” Fresco   704-878-3493
Adorning a specially created wall in the Statesville Civic Center, the 21 feet tall, 19 feet wide fresco was crafted by world renowned artist Ben Long, a native of Statesville.

Self Guided Walking Tour “A Walk Back In Time”   704-878-3480

“A Walk Back In Time” is a self-guided or guided tour of 31 historic Downtown Statesville locations.  The walking tour is approximately 2.5 miles and takes about 2 hours.  The self-guided tour features easy to use MP3 audio players with a guidebook and map, all secured for $3.00.  Take some time and experience Downtown Statesville they it once was.

Statesville Train Depot  
The 1911 Statesville Train Depot was saved through a community effort.  Funds were raised through the sale of "Save the Depot" prints.  With the intent to bring passenger service back through Statesville, the building has been purchased by the North Carolina Department of Transportation.

Historic Districts
There are four residential historic districts listed on the National Register of Historic Places in addition to 47 buildings comprising the Downtown Commercial District. Walking tours can be arranged to view the diverse architectural styles of the restored homes and buildings located in the districts.
 

Restaurants & Foods

Black Angus Grille -  Steak, Chicken, Specialty Dishes  704-872-4200

Broad Street Gallery - Speciality Coffees and Teas
 
Carolina Bar-B-Q -  Barbeque Pork, Chicken, Ribs  704-873-5585
 
D’Laney’s Sports Bar & Grill -  Sandwiches, Wings, Salads 704-924-7007

Groucho Deli - Deli Sandwiches, Salads  704-871-2828

Hop's Place - Breakfast Items, Sandwiches  704-872-6598
 
It Don't Matter Cafe -  Breakfast & Lunch Meals, Sandwiches  704-872-0015
 
Mayo’s Italian Ristorante -  Italian Specialty Dishes, Steak, Seafood  704-872-5557
 
Olde Towne Sweets -  Ice Cream, Homemade, Desserts, Sandwiches  704-872-8413

Old Towne Restaurant & Bar - Lunch and Dinner, Continental Cuisine  704-872-8978
 
Sub Express -  Deli Sandwiches, Salads  704-872-9666
 
Mezzaluna II- Italian  704-872-7230
 
Columbia Bakery - Authentic Columbian Dishes and Pastries  704-873-9164
 
 
Shopping
Just as it was at the turn of the Century, there’s a little bit of everything for everyone in Downtown Statesville. Whether you’re looking for locally crafted pottery, specialty shoes & boots, the “must have” item you left on the counter at home, a finely tailored piece of clothing or a camp stove, you’ll find it in the unique shops Downtown. Delight in shopping for antiques, sports & outdoor survival gear, bicycles, jewelry, gifts & accessories, furniture, specialty clocks, pets & supplies, musical instruments, farm & garden, shoes, men’s & women’s clothing.
 
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“Irish-American Connection: Global Education Exchange”
March 10, 2010
Ed Tweedy from Rockingham Community College is a member of the Global Education Consortium. He has initiated an educational exchange program between RCC and several colleges in Ireland which are considered "Technical Institutes”—the American equivalent of our community college. Through the Exchange program, students and faculty participate in "home stays" with an Irish or American family respectively plus regular video-conference meetings throughout the year. Free. Open to the public.

Iredell Concert Association presents the Lake Norman Orchestra
March 13, 2010
The final concert of the Iredell Concert Association season will feature the Lake Norman Orchestra on Saturday, March 13 beginning at 7:30 pm. The performance will be held in Mac Gray Auditorium on the campus of Statesville Senior High School. For more information, please contact Joe Cansler at 704-878-0743, Joan Harrelson at 704-876-1004 or Ernie Pope at 704-872-8736.

GSDCA-WDA Southeastern Regional Show and Breed Survey
March 13, 2010
This two day event will be a display of some of the best German Shepherd Working Dogs in the United States. A variety of competitions will take place.

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