Asheville - 1980-2000

By 1980, Downtown Asheville was largely abandoned by businesses as suburban malls put severe economic pressure on those shops that remained. After hours downtown was virtually abandoned, with none of the restaurants, bars, and coffee shops which abound today.

In the early 90's, downtown development began to build the bustling community that exists today. Businesses began to take root where boarded buildings had existed before. By the millennium, downtown Asheville hosted an eclectic mix of artisans, merchants, restaurants, taverns, and offices.

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