Situated just off Capital Boulevard and Interstate 540, Triangle Town Center has long served as a major shopping destination in Raleigh, North Carolina. Since opening its doors on August 14, 2002, this expansive mall has drawn shoppers from across the region with its impressive lineup of retailers, including Belk, Dillard’s, Macy’s, and Saks Fifth Avenue—the latter being the first of its kind in the state. Though once a symbol of retail prosperity, Triangle Town Center has weathered a turbulent history marked by financial instability, ownership changes, and evolving consumer habits.
Beginnings and Growth
Developed by Jacobs/CBL Properties, Triangle Town Center was built with the ambition of becoming a centerpiece of Raleigh’s retail landscape. Its launch included anchor stores such as Hudson Belk, Sears, Dillard’s, and Hecht’s, with Saks Fifth Avenue joining the lineup two years later in 2004. The addition of a two-level Barnes & Noble gave the mall an intellectual and cultural edge, serving as more than just a bookstore—it became a meeting place and a community hub…