Ross Griff
Beyond the Streets of Downtown Lawrence
Local stores offer a one-of-a-kind experience in Lawrence, KS
While college towns often have a cheery, bustling atmosphere, it is far too easy for a town to fade into the background as the campus, student life and education take the forefront. Lawrence, KS fits the description of a charismatic college town, but its distinctive charm makes it nearly impossible to be forgotten.
Even in the heat of summer, downtown Lawrence remains the heart of the University of Kansas, and serves as a popular location for students, camp attendees and locals. Although quieter during these warmer months than in the midst of a school year, downtown Lawrence refuses to fade away, drawing its visitors in with one-of-a-kind shops and a fresh local atmosphere.
From restaurants to clothing shops to bookstores to speciality stores, Lawrence boasts a wide array of businesses for the interested passerby. There are many places that capture the local flair of the city, and each comes with a unique story. It only takes one walk down Massachusetts Street or one look into a Lawrence store front to get a glimpse into the story each store holds and the distinctive style lying beyond each entryway.
