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Woolworth Walk is an exciting shopping destination situated in downtown Asheville, North Carolina. Featuring more than forty locally owned and operated shops, restaurants, and galleries, Woolworth Walk provides visitors with a unique shopping experience that celebrates the city's vibrant culture and artistic heritage.

The walk itself is a long corridor of retail establishments that has been designed to capture the spirit of Asheville. From its classic stone façade to its locally sourced décor and furnishings, Woolworth Walk is a visual delight as well as a place to find some truly one-of-a-kind items. Visitors can wander the cobblestone pathways while enjoying live music in the courtyard or spend time admiring works of art from local artists displayed throughout the premises.

This historic retail space was formerly home to an iconic local store—the F. W. Woolworth building—that housed the first lunch counter for African Americans in Asheville, which opened in 1960. Today, this significance is remembered by the F.W. Woolworth Historical Exhibit found inside Woolworth Walk; it includes photos, artifacts, vintage signs from the original store as well as other interesting memorabilia from days gone by.

Inside Woolworth Walk sits an extensive variety of stores ranging from antiques and vintage clothing to books and gifts for all occasions. There are also several specialty shops including a jewelry shop offering handmade pieces created by local artisans; an Appalachian craft store featuring traditional crafts such as quilting supplies; a toy shop filled with unique toys for children of all ages; and much more!

Visitors can also satisfy their hunger with delicious cuisine offered at several eateries located within Woolworth Walk’s premises such as Wiseguy Pizza Oven & Taproom, Bouchon French Bakery & Café or Carolina Smoke BBQ & Grill just to name a few!

No visit would be complete without spending some time exploring one of The Basement’s many treasures – located on the lower level of Woolworth Walk – where visitors will find retro pinball machines, arcade games galore! There’s also live entertainment available at The Basement which includes no cover charge jazz nights every Saturday evening from 8pm - 10:30 pm throughout the summer months!

Whether you're looking for unique gifts for friends or family members back home or want to explore Asheville's vibrant culture and impressive history through its many shops, eateries and attractions – you'll find something special at Woolworth Walk!