HOME, HEART, Hospitality — Doug and Heather Clausen, owners of the new Fayetteville Liquidation Center (FLC), believe they’ve found all three here among the meandering hills of Lincoln County. The Clausens, originally from Washington State, opened FLC in December 2021. “We were definitely looking for a slower-paced life and found it here in Fayetteville. We feel the move was a second chance to live happier and to appreciate the small things in life that we would miss if we lived in a big city. We enjoy how friendly the community is and the peace it brings to us.”
Shortly after opening FLC, the Clausens wanted to repay the gratitude they felt toward the community that accepted them as friends. They began working alongside art teacher Jennie Roles-Walter and a group of Lincoln County High School (LCHS) students to create “The Community Art Wall” that would adorn their building. “I advised against painting directly on the wall, due to its texture, and suggested a community celebration wall that highlighted special things in Fayetteville and Lincoln County,” said Roles-Walter. She went on to say, “Printing student art on metal signage is a unique approach that I have not seen in any other community. They (the Clausens) loved the idea and were super excited to invest in something special for the community— their new home.”
Roles-Walter added, “Some of the designs used were adapted from original art into new painted works of art. A community vote was held and narrowed the art down to the top four. Allowing our community to have a voice in this was important to everyone involved. Art, music, and culture are so important to community development, and the beautification of our town tells those who visit that we cherish and appreciate our home. This is a subtle invitation for others to join us, and I am in love with the fact that my students and I are a part of art education, art outreach, storytelling, beautification, encouragement, and the celebration of our ‘home,’ literally from one end of town to another.”
The Community Art Wall, enhancing the exterior of their building, now serves as a daily reminder to the Clausens of the home, heart, and hospitality they looked for and have found. “We would just like to thank the community for making us feel at home and for supporting our new store,” said the Clausens. “We would love for everyone to keep sharing that we are in town. Please follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more information and sales. We look forward to the next year in this wonderful community.” GN
