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Conway has much to offer residents and visitors alike, combining the best aspects of a small town with the cultural opportunities offered by two top-notch universities. Both the University of Central Arkansas and Hendrix College are known for amazing performing arts and special events, while Conway Regional Medical Center offers world-class healthcare in a friendly environment. Combine all these amenities with great boutique shopping and a rapidly expanding dining scene, and you’ve got the best of both worlds, whether you’re just in town for a visit or you decide to make Conway your home.

Shopping

Bevy’s
1114 Oak St., 501-329-4530
Adorable gifts and accessories for all ages fill the shelves at Bevy’s, including monogrammed baby gifts and colorful handbags.

Conway’s Classic Touch
2850 Prince St., Ste. A, 501-327-3004, www.conwaysclassictouch.net
Fresh flowers made to order are a specialty at Conway’s Classic Touch, but there’s much more to explore, from decorative accessories and candles to gourmet foods and even jewelry.

DeBoard Electronics
415 Oak St., 501-329-6308, www.deboards.com
Serving Conway since 1952, DeBoard Electronics is the trusted name for home and auto electronic equipment. Their trained technicians can help you select the perfect television or completely wire and install a new home theater.

EM Jeans
1100 Oak St., 501-329-6253
In their stunning new flagship store in downtown Conway, EM Jeans offers its clientele the best in premium denim and contemporary apparel and accessories for women and men.

Fletcher Smith’s Jewelers
1115 Oak St., 501-329-2842, www.fletchersmithjewelers.com
Located in the same downtown location since 1919, Fletcher Smith’s Jewelers is owned by the third generation of the Smith family. Customer service is key at this award-winning jeweler, where you can find styles from Kurt Gutman and Konstantino, as well as custom pieces and repairs.

Hambuchen Home Furnishings
Harkrider & 2nd St., 501-327-6523, www.hambuchens.com
One of Conway’s oldest businesses, Hambuchen Home Furnishings boasts a 40,000-square-foot showroom filled with lines like Thomasville, Broyhill and Lexington, along with decorative accessories, lighting and appliances.

House of Ivo
713 Oak St., 925 Oak St., 501-327-4044
Antiques dealer and designer Ivo Jones offers his customers complete design services, including antique furnishings, upholstery, draperies and even custom painting.

Jenifer’s Antiques
1003 Oak St., 501-764-1311
When you’re looking for beautiful antiques with plenty of personality, whether large or small, Jenifer’s is the place to go.

Just T’s N
2850 Prince St., Ste. 3, 501-450-7155
Just T’s N takes a fun-loving approach to gift giving, from must-haves for entertaining to bath and beauty products to whimsical accessories. You’ll find something for everyone on your list, and a treat for yourself too.

The Kitchen Store
704 Locust St., 501-327-2182
You could lose yourself for hours in this cooking emporium, exploring the amazing gadgets, top-of-the-line cookware, utensils, serving pieces and gourmet foods.

Lance Johnston Photographers
1022 Oak St., 501-513-0777, www.lancejohnston.com
A longtime member of the artistic community, Lance Johnston is an award-winning photographer with a varied field of specialty. Children and families are always a pleasure to photograph, and Lance combines traditional and photojournalistic styles to capture the spirit of your wedding.

Lefler’s
1114 Oak St., 501-329-3424
As the fashionable lady’s destination for years, Lefler’s is known for classic and contemporary clothing and accessories, like bags from Hobo and Matt & Nat, and the full line of Clinique cosmetics.

Moravia
1014 Oak St., 501-932-0043
There’s always a reason to visit Moravia, where you can indulge in a facial or massage in their spa or find the perfect summer dress in the boutique.

PK’s
830 Front St., 501-329-3722
The newest, most fashionable lines are flying off the shelves at PK’s new downtown location. You’ll love the stylish duds from names like Walter and Eileen Fisher, along with a huge selection of timely accessories.

Pizzazz
1120 Oak St., 501-329-2922
Fun, casual clothing is the order of the day at Pizzazz, where you can also find a great selection of jeans.

The Plant Outlet
827 Hogan Ln., 501-513-0080
Complete landscape design services have made The Plant Outlet an invaluable resource, but you can always stop in to check out their vast in-stock selection of indoor and outdoor blooming plants, shrubs and trees, plus fantastic pots, fountains and ironwork.

Room to Room
815 Hogan Ln., Ste. 9, 501-328-9595
Whether you’re furnishing a whole house or freshening up a space or two, Room to Room is filled with the furniture pieces to make it unique, along with accessories like custom pillows, serving pieces, candles and more.

Rose Cottage
813 Oak St., 501-327-4111
China, crystal and silver are just a few of the offerings at Rose Cottage, one of Conway’s most popular locations for bridal registry. They also stock everything you need for fashionable entertaining, from linens to dinnerware.

Something Blue
1014 Oak St., 501-327-4258
From personalized stationery by Crane to lively party invitations and classic wedding designs, Something Blue covers the spectrum of delightful paper products, along with gifts and embroidery.

The Sporty Runner
1016 Van Ronkle, 501-328-9255
Athletes of all ages will adore the selection at The Sporty Runner, where you can find high-tech shoes, accessories and apparel for runners, swimmers, cyclists and cross country trainers.

A Very Merry Christmas Store
923 Front St., 501-548-6177
With gifts, décor and collectibles for all occasions, every day is a holiday at A Very Merry Christmas Store.

Walk This Way
920 Locust, Ste. 101, 501-32-SHOES, www.wtwshoes.com
Of-the-moment shoes, bags and jewelry fill the beautifully designed interior of Walk This Way. You won’t be able to resist names like Naughty Monkey, Oh Deer and Jessica Bennett.

Warp & Woof
911 Oak St., 501-932-0300
You’ll want to spend plenty of time browsing the wide selection of decorative fabrics and trims for every room of the home at Warp & Woof.

Wilkinson’s Mall
1212 Harrison St., 501-329-6819
Family-owned Wilkinson’s Mall is a shoe-lover’s dream, with row upon row of brands like Chinese Laundry, Steve Madden and Jessica Simpson for the ladies, plus lots more for men and kids, plus athletic gear, bags and jewelry.

Ye Olde Daisy Shoppe
1308 Oak St., 501-327-7731, www.yeoldedaisy.net
Treat the special person in your life to a beautiful floral arrangement from Ye Olde Daisy Shoppe. Their experienced designers can craft flowers for any occasion, from a complete wedding to a thank-you bouquet, and coordinate with exclusive gifts.

Home Design

American Blinds & Shutters
5225 Tennyson Dr., 501-450-7789
Window treatments can truly make a home feel complete, and the shutters, blinds and custom draperies available through American Blinds & Shutters are available in any style and color.

Coney’s Garage Door
20 Bronnie Ln., 501-513-0510, www.coneygaragedoor.com
Choosing garage doors for your home is a big decision, and the amazing showroom at Coney’s Garage Door has been designed to make the process straightforward and enjoyable. They can even customize most doors for your special needs.

Conway Block
6 Sidebottom Rd., 501-470-1270, www.conwayblock.com
Beautiful foundations are the key at Conway Block, where they manufacture everything from simple construction block to beautiful tumbled block for stunning outdoor spaces and retaining walls.

Conway Custom Builders
4055 Seraph Dr., 501-329-4959, www.conwaycustomhomes.com
The experienced team at Conway Custom Builders stress quality and value above all else when building custom homes, from the brick to the moulding to the cabinetry, with personalized customer service making the building experience a pleasure.

Creative Concrete Solutions
1210 Hogan Ln., Ste. C, 501-764-4477
High-performance concrete staining has made Creative Concrete Solutions an industry leader, whether they’re creating beautiful designs on interior floors, outdoor patios and driveways or commercial locations.

Floorscapes of Arkansas 
10 Charlie West Rd., 501-733-5339
With specialized staining, coloring and engraving processes, Floorscapes of Arkansas can transform concrete surfaces into works of art.

Hambuchen Custom Homes
24 Richland Hills, 501-329-3925, wwwhambuchencustomhomes.com
Working one-on-one with the customer, Hambuchen Custom Homes concentrates their efforts on a few homes to maintain the quality construction and beautiful appearance customers expect from them.

First Security Bank
Locations across Conway, 501-450-1810, www.fsbank.com
A wide array of locations make First Security incredibly convenient, while diverse financial services make it competitive.

First State Bank
Locations across Conway, 501-328-4663, www.fsbhome.com
Under the Home Bancshares umbrella, First State Bank offers hometown service and the most advanced financial products available, with locations across Conway and Faulkner County.

Legacy Fencing
1100 McNutt Rd., 501-327-2969, www.legacyfencing.com
From ornamental fencing to gates and access systems, Legacy Fencing is a fully licensed and bonded fencing contractor.

Pam McDowell Properties
1120 Hogan Lane., Ste. B, 501-327-3838, www.mcdowellproperties.com
Locally owned Pam McDowell Properties is Conway’s leading real estate firm, and their 30 professional real estate agents can help you buy (or sell) your dream home.

Dining and Events

Agora Conference Center
705 E. Siebenmorgen Rd., 501-327-3377, www.agoraconferencecenter.com
A full-service event facility, Agora Conference Center coordinates all the details, from bar services and catering to decorating and planning, for weddings, fundraisers, banquets, conferences and more.

Michelangelo’s Italian Ristorante
911 Chestnut St., 501-329-7278
With an extensive menu including everything from beef carpaccio to linguine with clam sauce and seafood crepes, this new destination for Italian dining is not to be missed.

Mike’s Place
808 Front St., 501-269-6453, www.mikesplaceconway.com
This private club with fantastic atmosphere inspired by Southern architecture offers a wide menu of seafood, steaks, sandwiches, salads and desserts to please every taste.

Oak Street Bistro
713 Oak St., 501-450-9908
Sandwiches, soup and salads are some of the delicious offerings at this great spot, especially popular at lunchtime.

Stoby’s
805 Donaghey Rd., 501-327-5447
Customize your own sandwich with the myriad of ingredients available at Stoby’s, and be sure to order their famous cheese dip.