According to the Sept. 29, 1979, Wilmington Morning Star, a shopping village meant to reflect the Colonial era opened in Scotts Hill.

The Shops at Liberty Green opened with two stores with plans to build a third. All of the shops were to reflect Williamsburg decor with most specialize in colonial items. The owner said he would be particular about the shops coming in and wouldn’t let “something like a television repair shop sneak in.”

The first shop specialized in walnut Chippendale mirrors and Williamsburg soaps and candles. Colonial Trimmings was the second store with Williamsburg paints and wallpapers and a picture framing service.