DOWNTOWN GREENSBORO
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Downtown Greensboro's Historical Stories

Greensboro was founded in 1786 and named for Georgia's Revolutionary War hero, Nathanael Greene.  The town, touched by King Cotton, the Civil War, the boll weevil and the Great Depression always forged new beginnings. 

Today the historic shopping district features regionally known restaurants, antiques, art galleries, home decor and gift shops. Shoppers search for the perfect antique or find handcrafted art created by Georgia artisans, all in a beautifully restored downtown where old-fashioned service isn't so old-fashioned after all!

Enjoy the stories of Downtown. Each building has a story and each story guides us to who we are today. 

The Statham Hotel
​The Marble Slab
Charlie Poulas
Colonel Charlie Davis
Greensboro Clocks
Major Jonas Fauche
Nancy Ward
​Oscar
​Post Office Murals
The Airdome Theater
The Greensboro Band
The Iceman Delivers
The Big Store
The Charging Dog
Artist Weymon Miller
Calaboose Jail
The Copelan Corner
The Greenland Theater
The Dual at Love Springs
The Confederate Treasure Train
Watson Springs


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  • Home
  • Things to Do
    • Historic Scavenger Hunt
    • Historic Cemetery
    • Historical Stories
    • Attractions
    • Festival Hall
    • Walking Tours
  • Events
  • Shopping & Dinning
    • Small Town Favorites
    • Shopping >
      • Art and Antiques
      • Gifts, Home Decor, and Apparel
      • Office Supplies and Electronics
      • Discount
    • Dining
    • Lodging
    • Banking and Finance
    • Health and Beauty
    • Insurance and Legal Services
    • Professional Services
  • Downtown Development
    • Available Properties
    • New Business Information >
      • Permits and Licenses
      • Sign Guidelines
      • Opportunity Zone Tax Credits
      • Facade Grant
      • Request a New Business Packet
    • Greensboro Business Association >
      • Projects
    • Boards and Authorities >
      • Downtown Development Authority
      • Historic Preservation Commission >
        • Historic District Fact Sheet
      • Tree Board
    • Design Assistance
    • Documents
    • News >
      • Notices and Announcements
    • Staff
  • About