Read a book, get a workout, eat some ramen: Everything to know about Camp North End
Charlotte is known for its innovative spirit — a place for entrepreneurs and new experiences. But sometimes the city’s pursuit of the new overshadows the old. ATCO Properties and Management undertook a project to change that climate and pave the way for an experience that blends the old and the new.
Enter Camp North End: an assemblage of historic buildings that are now part of an adaptive reuse project to preserve the character of former industrial factories.
The 76-acre site was once home to Ford, the U.S. Army and Eckerd, among others, now houses local tenants across four key locations: the Boileryard, Crossroads, Mount and Keswick districts You can learn more about the significance of each location from our guide to Camp North End.
The historic spaces are already occupied by a number of impressive tenants and will soon be joined by more popular local brands. The site is a haven for community and entertainment, which led bloc. founder Katie Dixon to relocate the popular fitness studio.
The lease renewal at the current bloc. location came faster than anticipated, so the popular fitness brand took action to relocate to a larger space in Camp North End.
From February to March, the fitness studio will offer a modified schedule at Camp North End for $10 indoor and outdoor workouts. It’s anticipating a full move-in by April. Look forward to outdoor “bloc parties” with workshops, dance raves and festivals with local brands.
Much like bloc., other local businesses see the value in the Camp North End location, and will soon open retail and food options for Charlotteans to enjoy.
FUTURE TENANTS
These newly announced tenants will soon join the Camp North End roster:
Bleu Barn Bistro
This popular farm-fresh food truck is known for its chicken burger and Peruvian pork belly tacos, which will soon be available for consumption at Camp North End.
Bow Ramen
New-York-City-based Bow Ramen will offer Nagahama-style noodles and Japanese snacks.
CloudGenera
Home of the best-in-class IT decision engine, CloudGenera provides IT analysis that allows organizations to optimize their technology spend through automated decisioning.
Free Range Brewing
This popular brewery will debut its second location at Camp North End, bringing its craft beer to tenants and visitors alike.
Leah & Louise
James Beard-nominated Chef Greg Collier and Subrina Collier will open this modern juke joint honoring Mississippi River Valley foodways.
Pine Gate Renewables
This company works with landowners, comunities and utilities to develop locally based solar farms.
That’s Novel Books
This 800-square-foot store will be located inside Hygge Coworking’s space and will allow visitors to buy and trade their used books. Look for cozy seating and small book clubs.
Wentworth & Fenn
Look for artisan breads, cakes, pastries and macarons from this gourmet bakery.
CURRENT TENANTS
These local businesses call Camp North End home:
Birch Fine Tea
Established in 2017 by two sisters, this locally-owned company symbolizes “new beginnings” and puts a focus on boosting health through premium loose leaf tea. A portion of all sales go to organizations for vulnerable children. Look for organic and seasonal flavors in the rotation, as well as popular favorites.
BLK MRKT
The BLK MRKT space primarily serves as rental studio space for local artists to grow and share their work.
Chop & Chisel
Chop & Chisel is a local gourmet meal purveyor that places a focus on fresh, clean eating through a weekly delivery service and grab-and-go meals.
Democracy NC
Dedicated to challenging the role of money in North Carolina politics, this organization promotes voter participation and advocates to protect democracy in the state.
DicE Magazine
This London-founded magazine caters to motorcycle enthusiasts who value the craft of building bikes.
Digi-Bridge
Digi-Bridge seeks to create a generation of well-equipped modern learners by equipping shareholders with the means to provide technology in the learning environment.
DUPP & SWAT
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Siblings Davita and Dion Galloway use their studio as a “safe space” for expressionists. Look for retail and art from local creatives, as well as intimate workshops and events in this space.
eXplicit Salon
This full-service hair salon specializes in a range of hair services — including unique dyeing — to help make your hairstyle dreams come true.
Full Sail Marketing
Dedicated to lead generation, Full Sail Marketing oversees marketing growth strategy for contractors.
Game Plan
This software platform helps athletic organizations conduct online education, career services and mentorship to support athletes in both their personal and professional journeys.
The General’s Office
Formerly home to General Woodward, this office was reclaimed by ATCO Properties and Management — the group behind Camp North End — to act as an epicentre for ideas and innovation to benefit this redevelopment project.
Good Postage
Founded online by a mother-daughter team in Asheville, N.C. in 2017, this brick-and-mortar location feature craft greeting cards and hand-drawn illustrations in the space, along with a working art studio and a vintage Chandler and Price letterpress.
Goodyear Arts
To support local art, this nonprofit provides space, time and money to local artists through residencies and studio space, as well as community events.
GreenLight Fund
This nonprofit brings together community leaders to invest in solutions that will provide greater opportunity and mobility for low-income Charlotteans.
Hex Coffee
Hex Coffee began as a popup cafe back in 2015, and has since evolved into an experience dedicated to bringing community together over coffee.
Hooker Media
Local artists Matt Hooker and Matt Moore can be found here in their studio when they’re not out in the field creating custom murals.
Hygge Coworking
Pronounced “hoo-ga,” this coworking venue welcomes entrepreneurs and hard workers to gather in a space designed for creativity.
Junior Achievement
Dedicated to developing today’s youth, this national organization gives young people the knowledge and skills to plan for their futures and make smart academic and economic decisions.
The Littlefield Co.
This team of digital storytellers creates photos and videos for both web and social platforms rooted in purpose, intention and strategy.
MakeMine
MakeMine is dedicated to helping companies diversify their supply chains without increasing operational overhead through a technology-driven process.
MacFly Fresh Printing Co.
This boutique design firm offers creative design, branding and screenprinting.
NoDa Co. Canteen
Coined the NoDa Company Store’s “little sister,” this tropical oasis in Camp North End is the perfect spot to enjoy food, beer and music.
Prism Supply
Driven by a passion for motorcycle culture, brothers Jake and Zach Hindes created a brand dedicated to the resurgence of quality, handcrafted American-made motorcycles.
Rabbu
This boutique property rental brand offers local accommodations — with a focus on personalization and standardization — to Charlotte visitors.
Rachel Sutherland Communications
This award-winning boutique PR firm offers public relations, social media and marketing campaigns.
Tent Studios
Charlotte-based photographers Jon Berkon and Jackson Perry offer a rental space suited to fulfill the professional photographer’s dream.
TM Studios
This space houses the Ally team as it prototypes and tests new consumer banking concepts.
Windy O’Connor Art + Home
Multi-media artist Windy O’Connor uses this space to create and showcase her artistic pieces, ranging from canvas to wallpaper to textiles.
Wily
Known for its famous Design Sprints, Wily offers hands-on ways to design and improve products. Italso offers Strategy Sprints to align teams and processes to get big projects done quickly.
Camp North End
1824 Statesville Ave.
Instagram: @campnorthend
Editors note: This article has been updated to correct the list of tenants.
This story was originally published February 26, 2020 at 5:30 AM.
