The Forge is Salem's premier lifestyle collective—a transformative redevelopment of the former Liberty Plaza at the corner of Liberty & Chemeketa in downtown Salem's historic district. This 80,724 SF three-story-plus-basement destination brings together entrepreneurs, creators, and visionaries across four curated floors: Anthem (Wealth & Finance), The Women's Collective (25 salon suites + CLINK! Champagne Bar), The Forge (Food, Wine & Retail featuring Noira Wine Bar, Jade Dumpling, Bonzai! Coffee + Teabar, Dreamies Creamery, The Ivory Bull, Aloe Restorative Lounge, A Wonderful World, and Black Label Marketing), and The Vault (Cellar 54 events venue, Noble & Grain private whiskey lounge, and The Root Cellar). 550-stall parking garage and street parking adjacent. CB-zoned in downtown Salem's high-visibility signalized intersection.
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The Forge is more than a building—it's a movement. As Salem's latest major downtown investment, our transformation of the former Liberty Plaza at 285 Liberty Street represents a commitment to creating the city's most innovative lifestyle destination. Locally owned and professionally managed, every detail is carefully curated to inspire connection, foster entrepreneurship, and bring together the best of beauty, wellness, dining, retail, and entertainment under one roof. Leasing inquiries: NNN leases available through Tradition Real Estate Partners.