CSDD’s mission is to grow Downtown Fayetteville, North Carolina as a dynamic hub where creativity, culture, and commerce thrive.
Founded in 2017, CSDD is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit created to create and sustain a vibrant arts and entertainment district in the heart of the city.
Over the past several years, we’ve led projects, programs, and events that strengthen Downtown’s cultural life, support local businesses, and bring people together.
Downtown isn’t just a location. It’s an experience. And our role is to help that experience stay alive, evolving, and welcoming.
Get to know the Board of Directors and Staff who help guide and steward the District.
Cool Spring Downtown District plays a key role in shaping Downtown Fayetteville as an arts and entertainment destination.
Stimulate investment in Downtown real estate and business ventures to expand the tax base and nurture a dynamic and sustainable local economy.
Showcase Downtown Fayetteville as a premier arts and entertainment destination by promoting and advertising it as a dynamic, inclusive, and attractive place for guests, businesses, and residents.
Transform Downtown Fayetteville into an energetic, inclusive, and attractive destination for guests, business owners, and residents by creating meaningful experiences that reflect the unique culture, history, and identities of Fayetteville.
Create a vibrant and well-maintained environment and community spaces that define the Downtown experience by embodying quality and positive energy.
Champion Downtown priorities by collaborating with public and private partners to drive positive change and foster a community that meets its other goals.
