Winter Décor Clean-Up Downtown
After a spectacular Christmas display of the downtown planters, the Main Street Chillicothe volunteer decorations crew, “The Main Makers” removed the Christmas greenery from the downtown planters and prepared them for spring. The Main Makers have been hard at work decorating the planters for several events, such as Boofest, the holiday season, and the Valentine Sweet Stroll. The beautification of downtown is a continuous community effort, and these volunteers are just a few of many dedicated to making the downtown area a welcoming and vibrant place.
Missouri Main Street Capitol Day
Missouri Main Street Connection Inc, (MMSC) hosted Main Street Capitol Day in Jefferson City on January 23, 2024. The annual event gathered Main Street communities from across the state to visit with legislators to highlight their efforts in downtown revitalization, economic development, and small business support which generates economic growth. Members of Main Street organizations throughout the state shared information and insight with the legislators about the impact Main Street has had on their communities. Main Street communities, guided by MMSC, help create strong, locally-based economies that also enhance the statewide economy as well. Utilizing these principles of preservation-based economic development, taught by Missouri Main Street Connection, it helps local Main Street organizations create sustainable, long term economic success for their communities.
Accredited Signage Program
Missouri Main Street Connection (MMSC) unveiled its Main Street Accredited signage program while in Jefferson City for Main Street Capitol Day. In a partnership with the Missouri Department of Transportation (MODOT) through its Community Awareness sign program, MMSC now provides current nationally and state accredited Main Street communities with two “Accredited Main Street Community” signs.
Quarterly Dinner with the Museum
Tomie Walker with Main Street Chillicothe speaks at the quarterly Grand River Historical Society Museum dinner. Tomie’s talk emphasized the importance of maintaining our historic buildings and keeping them occupied.
Chillicothe Valentine Sweets Stroll
Be our Valentine downtown on Thursday, Feb 8th from 4pm to 7pm for our CHILLICOTHE VALENTINE SWEETS STROLL. It has never been easier to support Main Street Chillicothe and our local small businesses than by feasting on chocolate treats and sweets while enjoying a stroll around beautiful downtown Chillicothe. This event is a fun way to discover and visit all of our wonderful shops. Collect a sweet treat from participating businesses at each stop designated on your event map. Grab your sweetheart, valentine, galentine, or a group of friends and enjoy downtown with us!
Tickets are on sale for $20 each available online at www.downtownchilli.com until sold out.
Main Street Chillicothe is a non-profit 501c3 organization committed to the historical preservation and economic development of our downtown district. We support arts, culture, entertainment, and business in downtown Chillicothe! Our work is supported by essential community partnerships and generous donations. If you value our vibrant and beautiful downtown, join us.
As a Missouri Main Street Accredited program, Main Street Chillicothe is a recognized, leading program among the state network of more than 48 districts and communities who share both a commitment to creating high-quality places and to building stronger communities through preservation-based economic development.
Special thanks to our Partners, our many "Friends of Main Street" supporters, and our volunteers who make it all happen. Our downtown is for everyone. If you would like to be a part of the Main Street movement, come volunteer with us and consider becoming a “Friend” with a donation for 2024.
Giving the Gift of a Google Review
Are you wanting to support your favorite downtown business? By submitting a five-star Google review along with a brief message, you can support your favorite downtown business in a free and easy way. Leaving a positive review can seem like a small gesture of support but makes a significant difference.
Over the holiday season, Main Street Chillicothe created a “5 for 5” challenge on their social media platforms.
Wreaths Across America in Downtown Chillicothe
On December 16th, 2023, The Olive Prindle Chapter of The Daughters of the American Revolution participated in the nation-wide wreath laying event on the south side lawn of the Livingston County Courthouse. The DAR chapter members present were Darla Macoubrie, Mary Underwood, Ruth Ann Steele, and Hazel O'Connor-Hibner Wood. The wreath was placed on the Veterans Memorial by local LICOVA members.
