Olympia's downtown business community continues to grow as local media highlights new and established shops. The Carpenter's House, Encore Chocolates & Teas, Moon Child PNW, The Leaning Maple, Ethos Custom Jewelry, Lolli Llama Candy Company, Altitude 15, Underhill Plants, and Batdorf & Bronson Legacy Cafe have each been featured in recent 'Member Spotlight' articles by local media.
These businesses represent diverse offerings from handcrafted woodworking to gluten-free dining, children's clothing, custom jewelry, and specialty coffee. Each business has been operating in downtown Olympia for varying lengths of time, with some established since 2013 and others opening as recently as 2021. The regular feature of downtown businesses indicates ongoing interest in supporting local retail and community spaces. Residents can expect to see continued growth in the downtown area as more businesses establish themselves in the city center.