meet the face behind local focal
Hi! Welcome to Local Focal: a dream of mine that’s been years in the making.
My name is Alexandria Bare, and I’m a born and raised Rowan County local. When I dreamt about what I wanted to be true for this venture, I knew it had to be something fun and shopper friendly to help put Salisbury on the map. I love this town, and I love all the people I’ve met as a creator, artist, and entrepreneur myself. That’s why Local Focal means so much to me.
My hope for this marketplace is that it brings people together to make memories that they can take home with them. In bringing Local Focal to life, I believe we can give back what so many have given to make this place special. If you see me around, I hope you’ll ask me more about Local Focal, professional golf, or real estate!
the perfect location : downtown salisbury
Local Salisburians have seen our space transform a number of time over the decades, from movie theater to department store to teacher supply warehouse. In fact, you can still see small traces of its history throughout the building! By peeling back the layers—and we mean literally, just take a peek at the flooring we uncovered!—we’ve rediscovered a true gem and transformed it into something as new as it is familiar.
The mission of Local Focal is to give small businesses the chance to shine without the stress and hassle of owning a brick-and-mortar. We bring together dozens of crafters, collectors, and community influencers and put a spotlight on the brilliance we have right here in Salisbury, North Carolina.
We care about helping small businesses thrive, which is why we offer our vendors an exclusive opportunity to reach a new audience and sharpen their skills. Every small business owner at Local Focal is invited to regular networking events and learning opportunities from local experts.
We also care about inviting the community to enjoy our unique, multi-story space with us! At Local Focal, we host a variety of classes and events led by our small business owners, and we also offer easy space rentals for both large and small events. We hope you’ll think of us for your next birthday, bachelorette, or sip and paint night.
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You can’t miss us!
What’s the best way you can support Local Focal? Stop by for a visit! Our small businesses will thrive with help from your patronage.
We are available for marketplace and event space tours during regular store hours as well as by appointment.
Local Focal is a Rowan Original and proud member of Downtown Salisbury.