The Square - Mainstreet Mexico

05/30/2026

🇺🇸🎨 What an incredible day at the dedication of American Steam by Missouri Arts Council Artist of the Year, Ray Harvey Art!

This mural was gifted to Mexico through the Missouri Arts Council as part of the America 250 celebration, sponsored by the National Endowment for the Arts. Located on the historic Odd Fellows building at the gateway to downtown, the mural honors an organization that helped shape Mexico’s early civic, educational, and community foundations after the town’s incorporation in 1855.

The three interlocking rings featured in the mural represent the Odd Fellows’ guiding principles of Friendship, Love, and Truth—values that helped guide our community’s growth. The artwork also celebrates Mexico’s railroad history. In 1852, the first train arrived in Mexico on the Pacific Railroad, the first railroad to operate west of the Mississippi River. The original depot still stands across the street today. The mural also recognizes Ulysses S. Grant, who was a member of the Odd Fellows and spent three weeks in Mexico at the beginning of the Civil War protecting the North Missouri Railroad.

Just as the railroad connected communities across America, the tracks that still run through Mexico continue to support local industry and connect us to the future.

A huge thank you to everyone who made this project possible:

❤️ Nikki Leach and Brandi Meyers at Graphitti for providing the building
❤️ The Independent Order of Odd Fellows for preserving this historic landmark and inspiring the project
❤️ Presser Pipes for performing God Bless America
❤️ Wieberg Painting and Remodel, Sydenstricker Nobbe Partners, and Mexico Heating & Cooling for lift assistance
❤️ Sharon Koontz Art at Color Me Bleu Studio for her help (and coffee deliveries!)
❤️ City of Mexico and the Mexico Area Chamber of Commerce
❤️ Sally Stuart and the entire Main Street Mexico Design Committee for coordinating the project
❤️ Lois Brace for her assistance
❤️ And all of the community members who joined us to celebrate today

This mural is more than public art—it tells the story of Mexico’s past while looking toward its future. 🇺🇸🚂✨

05/21/2026

🎨 Painting is definitely the theme for Mainstreet Mexico this week! 🇺🇸✨

We’re so excited to officially announce that Mainstreet Mexico was chosen by Missouri Arts Council as one of five communities to receive a brand new mural coming to the Graphitti building at the corner of Clark & Liberty! 👏

The mural is being painted by esteemed artist Ray Harvey Art, who was recently named the 2026 Missouri Arts Council Artist of the Year. We are incredibly honored to have his talent brought to downtown Mexico and cannot wait to watch this project come to life! 🎨

A huge THANK YOU to everyone helping make this possible:
✨ Mexico Area Chamber of Commerce for providing lunch for Mr. Harvey
✨ Wieberg Painting and Remodel for the use of their lift
✨ Sydenstricker Nobbe Partners for the use of their lift
✨ Graphitti for allowing us to "Graphitti" their building

At the same time, another group of talented volunteers has been hard at work painting downtown windows in celebration of America’s 250th birthday! 🇺🇸🪟

Special thanks to:
⭐ Jennifer Pratt
⭐ Sharon Koontz Art at Color Me Bleu Studio
⭐ Kamden Ekern
⭐ Jessica Johnson Ekern
⭐ Melanie Kriegel
⭐ Sally Stuart
⭐ Kathy Sewell
⭐️ David Maupin

We’d also like to thank the downtown building owners who graciously allowed us to paint their windows and help bring even more life and creativity to The Square District.
Downtown is looking a little more colorful this week and we’re loving every second of it. ❤️💙🤍

04/28/2026

What a day in downtown Mexico. 🏫

From packed streets to full hands and smiling faces, Market Madness was everything we hoped for and more.

Thank you to our vendors, volunteers, and everyone who came out to be part of it.

See you this fall. 👀

04/19/2026

Today is the day!! We are here until 5pm!!!!

04/18/2026

🎉 TOMORROW 🎉

Market Madness is taking over downtown and it’s going to be PACKED 👏🏻

Vendor spots are officially SOLD OUT 🙌🏻

Use this map to plan your route, vendors all around the square, plus food & drinks ready to go.

Come wander, shop, grab something to eat, and spend your Sunday with us 🤍

🛍️ Shop
🍔 Eat
☀️ Enjoy

⏰ 12pm to 5pm tomorrow only, see you then!

04/14/2026

T-5 days until Market Madness! 🎉

The forecast is looking good, let’s all keep our fingers crossed for sunshine. ☀️

We can’t wait to see everyone downtown this Sunday!

Vendors: Check your email for important event details sent last week. If you didn’t receive it, please reach out ASAP so we can get you taken care of.

Vendor spots are officially full. Please only use our listed sign-up methods and do not share your information or payment with anyone claiming to have spots available. We look forward to seeing everyone! 🛍️

04/08/2026

T-11 days until Mexico Market Madness 🛍️

Start clearing your schedule, this is your chance to dig for deals, discover something unexpected, and shop local all in one place!

📍 Downtown Mexico
🗓 Sunday, April 19
⏰ 12–5 PM

Local vendors, food & beverage trucks, unique finds, and the kind of treasures you didn’t know you needed.

Come early, the best finds go fast!

04/02/2026

Your Saturday plans = handled ✔️
Grab a coffee, wander downtown, and check out the Mexico Farmers Market. Local goods, fresh food, and a good reason to get out of the house.

11/26/2025

11/21/2025

We’re excited to announce that The Square District - Mainstreet Mexico is hiring!
We’re looking for a Part-Time Executive Director to help us continue revitalizing, promoting, and growing our beautiful downtown. If you’re passionate about community, organization, and local business… we’d love to meet you!
📩 For the full job description and application info, email: [email protected]