Welcome to the city’s most historic business district—the possibilities to launch entrepreneurial ideas and startups in an already thriving environment are endless. Almost a half a million shoppers are within twenty minutes of the core, ready to experience downtown and discover colorful bars, shops, restaurants and venues for cocktails, dinner and live music. This base stimulated over $173 million in retail sales in 2023, generating an important economic and employment base for the district.

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