Charlotte’s innovation district will have both a prime location at the current corner of Baxter and McDowell streets, near I-277, and a future that pays tribute to its past.

Nestled in the heart of Midtown near Pearl Street Park, it seems only fitting the innovation district will be known as “The Pearl.” Leaders from Atrium Health and the community announced the name during a virtual event on Thursday, March 3.

“The Pearl will be a place where Charlotte’s historic vitality meets its innovative…

Charlotte’s innovation district will have both a prime location at the current corner of Baxter and McDowell streets, near I-277, and a future that pays tribute to its past.

Nestled in the heart of Midtown near Pearl Street Park, it seems only fitting the innovation district will be known as “The Pearl.” Leaders from Atrium Health and the community announced the name during a virtual event on Thursday, March 3.

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