Shopping & Local Artisans

Founded in 1837, Davidson College anchors the town with a picturesque 665-acre campus of Georgian architecture, public art by Jaume Plensa and Patrick Dougherty, galleries, athletic facilities, and scenic walking paths—including a charming rope swing near the Student Union.

First Friday summer market with produce, baked goods, honey, plants, and handmade items in the town center. Easy to pair with other Beech Mountain plans.

Open air shopping beside Coligny Beach with local boutiques, galleries, and practical beach gear. Easy parking, bike access, and a relaxed, walkable layout.

Set in the heart of Beech Mountain, Alpine Village Shops offers a relaxed, scenic browse through art galleries, boutiques, and eateries—great for finding souvenirs, outdoor gear, and handcrafted gifts from local makers.

Working studios and a focused shop inside the Gettys Center let you buy durable, everyday pottery from Rock Hill artists and learn how the work is made.

A downtown gallery shop for original art, custom furniture, and local home goods, The Hickory Post helps you buy pieces that work in real rooms.

An open air market on the Village Green at Patrick Square with local farms, artisan makers, and easy parking. You shop fresh, meet vendors, and support Clemson.

Trailside market and cafe where you shop local produce, meat, dairy, and baked goods, then relax with coffee and stecca bread sandwiches.

Stroll through Historic Downtown Waxhaw’s quaint, shop-lined streets and preserved landmarks for a charming glimpse into the town’s rich heritage.

Saturday market for local produce, prepared foods, and handmade goods with SNAP and Double SNAP services at Northside Harvest Park.

Soda City Market is a lively Saturday open-air market on Main Street in downtown Columbia, featuring 150+ vendors with fresh produce, artisanal foods, handmade crafts, and local goods.

Artist run photography gallery with rotating work, direct conversations with photographers, and prints in sizes that fit travel or home display.