With the advent of new social media tools, downtown merchants are building better relationships and customer service. The popular tools in use include Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, eVite, blogs, and web sites. “It’s extremely effective marketing”, said one merchant at the Uptown/Downtown meeting. Downtown Campbellsville on Facebook
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Gallery at The Green Room
The first annual Gallery at The Green Room is on March 24, 2009. This is a fund raising event for Taylor County Relay for Life. The Green Room will be transformed into an art gallery with painting, sketches, photography, and sculptures.
The Green Room – Opens
The Green Room officially opened March 17, 2009. The Green Room is a remarkable salon and day spa known as the Main Street Retreat. www.thegreenoomonmain.com
WiFi Hotspots, LTE, and Broadband
WiFi – Many of the downtown merchants have free Wi-Fi connectivity for their clients. LTE – High-speed cellular wireless arrived in 2014. Comcast – High-speed broadband internet.
Bank of Campbellsville Building – 2nd Floor Renovation
The Bank of Campbellsville Building gets a 2nd story renovation to house a new apartment. The floorplan is a 2 bedroom, 1-bath, with gourmet kitchen. The interior walls are exposed historic brick. The exterior was refinished and re-painted with period accurate colors.
The Tulip Tree – Opens
The Tulip Tree opens on Main Street in the historic Caulk Building.
Merchants Hotel renamed Merchant Tower
Merchants Hotel is now officially renamed to Merchant Tower. Renovations begin. www.merchanttower.com
Merchants Hotel
The old Merchants Hotel was sold to a private firm July 1, 2008. www.merchanttower.com
Council Approves Alcohol Sales
The City Council approves alcohol sales when served with a meal – May 2008.
Uptown/Downtown – Meetings Begin
Uptown/Downtown is a new monthly meeting (each third Thursday) for downtown business owners and guests to socialize. The event begins at 1 minute after five – 5:01 PM. Businesses take turns as hosts. This is a social event with great food.