DESTINATION DOWNTOWN

The downtown is the heart of any community. It’s the place where folks gather to shop, grab a bite to eat, or meet up for a drink. Downtown is the hub of local businesses and the spot where fun community events take place. Downtowns support economic vitality and enhance the experience, image, and lifestyle of the entire town.

Merriam’s downtown has been around for a long time. From the early mercantile days of dry goods, bakeries, a meat market, and local watering holes in the 1800s, to the current offering of various dining and drinking establishments, a world-renowned instrument shop, or a zen-like retail boutique, downtown Merriam is a destination all in itself. Check out the things you can do, places you can shop, and sights you can see in downtown Merriam.

Gemini

5807 Merriam Drive

Visit this beautiful shop to find your zen in downtown Merriam. Known as a crystal and mineral healing center, you’ll discover all the best ways to practice self-care, find thoughtful gifts for those you love, and feel the energy and enlightenment of this little “gem.”

Merriam LOVE

KC Strings

5842 Merriam Drive

Music aficionado or not, this shop will lure you right through its doors. A fixture in Merriam’s downtown for more than 25 years, K.C. Strings Violin Shop has outfitted beginner to professional musicians with the most perfectly suited string instruments created in the Midwest. Whether you need a Krutz violin, a quick repair, or a new accessory for your beloved instrument, K.C. Strings is where it’s at!

My wife and I enjoy riding our bikes along the paved Turkey Creek Streamway Trail. Along our way, we adore seeing the herons, groundhogs, and ducks that call this creek their home. During our ride, we stop at the Farmers' Market when it is open and enjoy buying local, tasty treats. – The Madden Family

Hmmm...

5191 Merriam Drive

Art is easy to find in downtown Merriam. “Still Time” is a tall, stone tower with a large soothing wind chime located at the corner of Johnson Drive and Merriam Drive. Further north at Merriam Marketplace, you’ll find “Planting the Seeds,” where each sphere’s brilliant mirror finish suggests a large, sprouting seed. Another block north at Waterfall Park, look for the playful nine-foot tall caterpillar standing next to a 12foot cairn (a stack of granite river boulders) with a butterfly perched on top. “Hmmm...” was created as a playful exploration of placemaking and identity.

Streamway Trail

5740 Merriam Drive

Merriam’s downtown offers more than shops and restaurants – you can hop on the Turkey Creek Streamway Trail for a jog, leisurely bike ride, or outdoor nature walk. Just park at Merriam Marketplace at 5740 Merriam Drive and pop over the bridge to connect to the trail.

On Point Barber Shop

5853 Merriam Drive

With 5-star reviews for days, this little shop on the corner of Merriam Drive and Johnson Drive is the perfect spot for the guys to grab a quick cut or a fresh shave. Walk-ins are welcome or you can schedule an appointment at 913.210.4462.

Farmer’s Market

5740 Merriam Drive

Our award-winning farmers’ market is a summertime staple in downtown Merriam offering the freshest fruits and veggies, homemade goods, crafts, and more. Connecting to the Turkey Creek Streamway Trail, the market is the perfect place to stock up for the week and grab a quick nature walk. Open Saturdays, May 1–Sept. 25.

Flags 4 Freedom

5740 Merriam Drive

Enjoy Merriam’s patriotic display of more than 1,000 U.S. flags in downtown Merriam during the Fourth of July. Visit flags4freedom.org for event details.

Dine on Merriam Drive

There’s no shortage of places to dine on Merriam Drive. Try the pupusas at Anita’s or El Pulgaracito, mouth-watering burgers at Bilski’s, or the jalapeno cheddar sausage at Hurricane Allie’s – you can’t go wrong when you want to grab a bite to eat in downtown Merriam. Be sure to visit exploremerriam.com for special offers.

Georgetown Pharmacy

5605 Merriam Drive

This local pharmacy in downtown Merriam also features an oldfashioned soda shop. Stop in to pick up a prescription – then, pull up a seat at the counter to order a shake, malt, or other sweet treat. We love the butterscotch sundae and strawberry milkshake.