ABOUT US

Mission

Thibodaux Main Street, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation dedicated to the revitalization & promotion of Historic Downtown Thibodaux. We aim to strengthen our community through historic preservation-based economic & community development, small business support, & cultural events, & by offering economic & financial tools & incentives to help businesses & catalyze property development & investment in downtown.

We are a designated Louisiana Main Street community & a 2024 Main Street America® Accredited Program.

Vision

Downtown Thibodaux is a vibrant hub of creativity, community, & commerce, where historic charm meets contemporary expression through public art, cultural celebrations, & unwavering support for local small businesses.

Our Impact

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The Main Street Approach

The Main Street Approach is centered around Transformation Strategies, which articulate a focused, deliberate path to revitalizing or strengthening a downtown or commercial district’s economy.

A program’s work on Transformation Strategies should be organized around the Four Points: Economic Vitality, Design, Promotion, & Organization:

  • Economic Vitality
    • Business retention, expansion, & recruitment
    • Entrepreneur development
    • Housing
    • Market information
  • Design
    • Historic preservation education
    • Building rehabilitation/renovation
    • Visual merchandising
    • Public spaces & planning
  • Promotion
    • Marketing & image building
    • Business promotions
    • Special events & festivals
  • Organization
    • Public relations
    • Fundraising development
    • Partnerships
    • Volunteer development