The perfect place to live…

You are cordially invited to Clinton, North Carolina – the heart of Sampson County – where you’ll find many reasons to mill around downtown.

Our Vision:  
Downtown Clinton, NC, is a destination rooted in its rich agricultural heritage.  Anchored by the Court Square, our downtown is the center of opportunity for social, cultural, commercial, and governmental activity in the heart of Sampson County.

Our Mission: 
The Clinton Development Corporation seeks advice from and gives advice to downtown stakeholders, and promotes historic preservation and downtown economic development efforts for the betterment of our community.

Commerce

Downtown Clinton boasts a growing number and variety of shops, restaurants, and businesses which will eagerly serve you, no matter your interest. Clinton is also home to a robust and supportive business community, and the City offers business owners ample resources to build and maintain their business.

Community

Unlike life in a large city, you can’t remain alone for long in Clinton, and neither would you want to. Whether merely settling in for a night’s visit or settling down to make a home, you’ll feel the powerful bonds of community that have led Clinton to being named an “All-America City.”

Culture

Take in a performance, view an art exhibit, learn about our heritage, or attend a street festival. Downtown Clinton hosts events that have grown in attendance and quality each year.

Whether you’re a passerby, a frequent business guest, or a lifelong resident, we invite you to explore our website, then come and mill around downtown.