It’s a crisp Autumn morning and I woke up to the sounds of heavy machinery backing up and hydraulic lifts raising workers to the tops of historic buildings downtown. Ahhh, it’s music to my ears; the sounds of progress! I’m…
Oct 28 2018
Jan 21 2018
Winter Greetings From the Mercer Street Grassroots District!
Happy New Year! We rang in 2018 in the frigid cold in Dick Copeland Town Square with about 500 brave souls after a night of revelry in warm & toasty venues and in the streets. We watched in awe as…
Jun 2 2017
Mercer Street Blossoming
It is a mighty exciting time in downtown Princeton, ladies and gentlemen. After years of growth and toiling, we are approaching a monumental turning point. Businesses are preparing for launch, buildings are being gutted and completely renovated, the city is…
Dec 30 2016
Reflections- A Year in Review of the Renaissance
As we prepare to countdown to 2017, we reflect upon another prosperous year of forward movement, excitement, community spirit and powerful possibility. There is far too much to explore in this short blog, but what follows is a glimpse back…
Jun 19 2016
The Season of Change
Late Springtime in Downtown Princeton
This Springtime has been active in downtown Princeton! A lot has been happening behind the scenes and, as we enter summer, the changes become more visible.
The Renaissance Theater project is underway! The…
Jan 25 2016
Winter Happenings, Snowy Musings and Dreams in Downtown Princeton
Greetings from snowy downtown Princeton, WV!
It is a winter wonderland out there, and Mercer Street wears the white stuff so well. Residents have been bundled up walking around enjoying the beautiful atmosphere; some have created art in…
Dec 1 2015
Auction: "Old Fashioned Blizzard in Princeton"
'Tis the season! JR Shuck, one of the awesomely talented artists in our community, has donated this beautiful painting of our courthouse entitled " Old Fashioned Blizzard in Princeton" to support our efforts downtown. This 16 x 20 framed piece…
Oct 23 2015
Autumn- Reflection and Anticipation
Autumn Greetings to you from Princeton Renaissance Project!
The momentum and excitement continues to build here on Mercer Street! Multiple building renovation projects are underway, new endeavors are brewing, and ground work continues to be laid for this…
Aug 2 2015
The Summer Scene
Summer greetings from Princeton Renaissance Project!
It’s hot and humid on the street and there is a lot of activity going on- some that is visible and a lot that is brewing behind the scenes.
T…
Apr 19 2015
Springtime Energy is Flowing!
Springtime greetings from Princeton Renaissance Project!
As flowers bloom, the neighborhood is bustling with new energy. With the addition of Gary Bowling’s House of Art’s energy into the mix of an already vibrant scene, you can feel the community…
Mar 8 2015
The Scene is Buzzing!
Winter Greetings from Princeton Renaissance Project!
The renaissance in downtown Princeton is alive and well, and we're happy to update you. Thanks for staying tuned!
Several new businesses are preparing to open doors this spring! Gary Bowling’s House…
Feb 12 2015
Uptown Funk in Downtown Princeton!
Distraction, an all girl band of 15 & 16 year olds from Stages Music School, core driving force in the renaissance of Princeton, has just release this brilliant music video filmed on Mercer Street. That is some serious talent, and…