Mercer Street Grassroots District

Experience the Culture.

Mercer Street Grassroots District is blooming with local businesses and seasonal events. Explore local art walks on every first Friday, seasonal weekend festivals, concerts, weekend Disney Lorcana Store Tournaments and so much more.

Shop for your next read at The Hatter’s Bookshop, remote control helicopters and cars at The Emporium, classy outfits at Wearhouse Clothing Company and several other local stores.

Dare to Bee Different.

One of the many advantages of exploring the Grassroots District is its variety of unique local businesses. Blue Ridge Bee Company is a small country store that offers a variety of country goods, beekeeping supplies, honey and bees.

For more unique shopping experiences, check out 80s Toys of Princeton for vintage collector’s toys and Shine Time Studios for some one-of-a-kind candles.

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Get a Taste of Downtown.

There are plenty of local spots to get your foodie fix. Dine and drink at Wild Roots Coffeehouse, which features local art and coffee, tea, craft beer, smoothies and house-made snacks. Jimmies Restaurant on Mercer Street has been around for over a century offering classic American staples like burgers, sandwiches and more. For local soul food, Dab’s Country Cookin’ is your ticket.

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