There is little doubt that downtown Durham is a great place to work, live and play. We also believe downtown Durham is a great place to dine and shop as well. This is evident in the new and existing stores, cafes, restaurants and entertaiment establishments that has made downtown Durham home.

As merchants, we believe there are challenges that are unique to retail based businesses in the area. Conversely, there are opportunities that are equally unique to us. As an association, we are positioning ourselves to meet those challenges and take advantage of every opportunity available.

For some time now retail based businesses have individually staked out niches and worked silently or publicly to promote itself, its products and Downtown Durham. These businesses are a daily testament to the viability of the area. The renewed interest, and vitality in downtown further creates opportunity and attract new business. We welcome those who plant new stakes in the area and offer our assistance.

We are committed to seeing downtown Durham become the best place in the world to work, live, play, dine and shop.

Note: Durham DMA (Downtown Merchants Association) is not affliated with, nor; connected to the Durham Merchants Association Charitable Foundation