Go Downtown

"The Park" in Greenwich Village maintains a carnival atmosphere year-round. Street entertainers take over the center fountain to amuse the dog walkers, skateboarders, musicians, chess players and visitors.

Another great example of creative urban development that is more influenced by the people rather than by corporate planners is the French Quarter and Jackson Square in New Orleans. Where people, young and old, go to spring break style party all year long.

More recently in the past 10 or 15 years the Little Five Points and Inman Park areas of Atlanta Georgia have seen this same type of development happen, "From a bohemian hangout with a cheap poolroom, our neighborhood has grown into a rich mix of art, theater, and commerce. It's a tasty tossed salad embracing every lifestyle imaginable” Quote from the www.l5p.com web site.

With Burroughs and Chapin, having recently hired a new president from Atlanta GA, and still holding on to the heart of Myrtle Beach, where the Pavilion once stood, one can’t help but wonder what will the downtown area become. Especially since this company which is so much a part of the history and development of Myrtle Beach seems to be holding out and waiting to see what other local businesses in the area and even the community as a whole through local government want Myrtle Beach to become.

Located in conservative South Carolina, Myrtle Beach may never have a Bourbon Street, however we do have an annual Sun Fun Parade, featuring clowns jugglers, music, and beautiful young ladies in bikini's riding floats through the streets. Myrtle Beach is home to many clubs, which feature live music and a venue for up and coming artists like the legendary Alabama to get a start. It is still filled with attractions to amaze and thrill the young and young at heart. So what is going to happen to downtown? Well, come to Myrtle Beach, Go Downtown, and be part of making it happen and by the way, don’t be afraid to get yourself a tee shirt while you're here.

For great accommodations during your visit, stay at the conveniently located Myrtle Beach Resort, just minutes from the heart of Myrtle Beach.