Main Street Greenwood, Inc.

Main Street Greenwood, Inc. working towards the promotion and preservation of downtown Greenwood, MS We utilize the same 4 point approach as the National Main Street Association.

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Organization: involves getting everyone working toward the same goal and assembling the appropriate resources for programs.

2. Promotion: sells a positive image of our commercial district and encourages consumers and investors to live, work, shop, play and invest in downtown.

3. Design: means getting our downtown into top physical shape. Window displays, parking areas, building improvements, s

treet furniture, signs, sidewalks, street
lights, and landscaping all work together to create a vibrant atmosphere.

4. Economic Restructuring: strengthens a existing economic assets while expanding and diversifying its economic base.

Greenwood is so blessed with such beautiful historical structures such as the Wesley United Methodist Church which is jo...
06/19/2026

Greenwood is so blessed with such beautiful historical structures such as the Wesley United Methodist Church which is joining our Rhythm and Heritage Stroll Saturday, October 10th!

Located at the 800 block of Howard Street and on The National Register of Historic Places, Wesley United’s congregation was organized in 1870 after the Civil War and their current structure, built in 1921, became a major operational hub during the civil rights movement.

Thank you, Wesley United, for joining our celebration of heritage in October!

Purchase your tickets early online in the link below or stop by Sprout at 309 Howard or Details at 219 Howard Street.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rhythm-heritage-stroll-tickets-1990895238251?aff=oddtdtcreator

SAVE THE DATE!!!Main Street Greenwood will host our first annual Rhythm and Heritage Stroll! Get ready for an awesome Sa...
06/19/2026

SAVE THE DATE!!!

Main Street Greenwood will host our first annual Rhythm and Heritage Stroll!

Get ready for an awesome Saturday, October 10th soaking up and celebrating Greenwood’s rich culture as you wander through vibrant streets filled with music and stories. Tour homes, churches and businesses listed on the National Register of Historic Places PLUS take “The Help” tour to celebrate it’s 15th year anniversary and enjoy real life viewing where Skeeter, Abilean, Minnie and Hilly all played their award winning roles! Oh, and you’ll be smitten with your tour guides and their theatrical and historical presentations!

Live music will be playing at our Historic Ramcat Alley by Ra’Shad the Blues Kid and more late afternoon and to end the evening as well as good eats and brews!

A shuttle bus will be running non stop for your convenience!

Secure your lodging, bring your friends, your good vibes, and your dancing shoes-It’s gonna be a fun ride through heritage and rhythm you won’t forget!

Stay tuned for more music lineups, a Plein Air Art event and more as we are still planning and finalizing sponsors!

Tickets for $60 which allows admission to all tours and evening bands can be purchased online by clicking the link below or at Sprout Kids 309 Howard Street and Details 219 Howard Street. If you are not attending tours the admission fee is only $20 to attend the music event and collected at Ramcat Alley.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rhythm-heritage-stroll-tickets-1990895238251?aff=oddtdtcreator

Main Street would like to thank the following businesses for renewing their investments. Our mission would not be succes...
06/18/2026

Main Street would like to thank the following businesses for renewing their investments. Our mission would not be successful without your partnership!

If you or your business would like to join Main Street’s mission for Economic Vitality, Historic Preservation and Promotions please join us! We’re accomplishing great things!

Go online at www.mainstreetgreenwood.net or call us at 662-453-7625

Today, Main Street Mississippi awarded The MS Gift Company as MS Merchant of the Year. It was an exciting day for them p...
06/16/2026

Today, Main Street Mississippi awarded The MS Gift Company as MS Merchant of the Year. It was an exciting day for them plus Greenwood! Congratulations Cindy, Tim and staff for all your years of hard work and state recognition!

Main Street Greenwood was also recognized for earning national accreditation with Main Street America.

A win for our businesses and Main Street is always a win for Greenwood!

Thank you to all who came and to Mayor Cox for attending as well as Main Street Board President Dallas Baker. They were unable to stay for pictures but their presence at today’s awards luncheon in Jackson was a show of their commitment to Main Street Greenwood and we are very appreciative!

Leased in less than 24 hours! Stay tuned for an exciting announcement!
06/11/2026

Leased in less than 24 hours! Stay tuned for an exciting announcement!

Our Main Street friends at Dawkins are now sharing their space with Traderhorn Discount Furniture!Dawkins Office Supplie...
06/10/2026

Our Main Street friends at Dawkins are now sharing their space with Traderhorn Discount Furniture!

Dawkins Office Supplies has been a downtown staple for 25 years selling office furniture and supplies. They even deliver!

Drop by for all your office needs or if you’re in the market for furniture. Dawkins and Traderhorn can get you fixed up!

Imagine your business in this beautiful property at 114 West Market in our Historic Main Street District! Available for ...
06/09/2026

Imagine your business in this beautiful property at 114 West Market in our Historic Main Street District!

Available for lease at $1250 monthly and ready to be customized to fit your business’s needs!

Contact Pam Powers of Power’s Properties today at 601-831 -4505 and join us in downtown Greenwood!

Are you a Blues fan and want to travel the Delta and see the sights and sounds of famous blues musicians? Sylvester Hoov...
06/02/2026

Are you a Blues fan and want to travel the Delta and see the sights and sounds of famous blues musicians? Sylvester Hoover of Delta Legends Blues Tours will be just the one to make your trip real and memorable! Land in Memphis to be picked up by Sylvester and it will be Blues all the way from Memphis to Clarksdale to Greenwood and stops along the way such as gravesites and museums!

Sylvester has his own museum with blues artifacts AND Robert Johnson’s bed he was in when he died!

If you’re a real fan then don’t miss out with this legendary Blues tour guide!
Schedule your tour by calling 662-392-5370

Would you like to own a piece of history? Greenwood has several historic buildings for sale such as 222 Howard Street in...
05/29/2026

Would you like to own a piece of history? Greenwood has several historic buildings for sale such as 222 Howard Street in the heart of our Historic Main Street District!

Built in 1901 by Samuel J. Stein, this three story building was originally the Greenwood Hotel and Restaurant.

It became home to WGRM Radio Station owned by the Ewing family in 1940 making it famous by being known as the station where young B. B. King Blues Legend performed his first live radio broadcast.

The building underwent an extensive restoration in 2004 as a bottom floor restaurant and second floor blues museum. Today, 222 is used as a venue space.

The building is an official stop on the Mississippi Blues Trail.

This building is in mint condition and ready to open as a restaurant and live music bar!

In honor of National Historic Preservation month, today, Main Street Greenwood celebrates the W. M. Whittington home at ...
05/28/2026

In honor of National Historic Preservation month, today, Main Street Greenwood celebrates the W. M. Whittington home at 401 East Market located in Greenwood’s Main Street District.

Whittington was the Representative to the 69th United States Congress and the twelve succeeding Congresses.

The 5500 square foot built in 1915 Neo Georgian and Prairie style mansion boasts intricate original wood work, beveled glass windows, a grand ballroom and an atrium with Tiffany lighting.

The house was placed on The National Register of Historic Places in July 1984 and was designated as a MS Landmark in 2014.

The estate has gained fame as a filming location for the movie The Help.

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401 Main St (The Old Bank Of Commerce Drive Through)
Greenwood, MS
38930

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