Our Mission

Since 1987, we have led the effort to revitalize and grow Historic Downtown Opelika.

 

Opelika Main Street is committed to strengthening downtown Opelika through historic preservation, economic development, and community engagement. As a Designated Community through Main Street Alabama and nationally accredited by the National Main Street Center, we follow a proven approach to revitalization centered on four core principles: Organization, Economic Vitality, Design, and Promotion. This method prioritizes local leadership, incremental progress, and strong public-private partnerships to foster a thriving, vibrant downtown for residents, businesses, and visitors alike.

 

“Main Street plays a key role in making things happen downtown.”

— Opelika Mayor Gary Fuller

 

What We’ve Achieved

  • Prevented the demolition of the historic Opelika Depot.

  • Launched the Bill Roberts Facade Enhancement Program.

  • Coordinated the Opelika Forward COVID-19 Recovery Program.

  • Partnered with Keep Opelika Beautiful to restore the Breezeway outdoor space and Kilgore Pocket Park .

  • Constructed Courthouse Square.

  • Coordinated the installation of a downtown way finding signage system.

  • Installed over 30 planters in downtown Opelika.

  • Coordinated downtown’s Industry On Track outdoor sculpture art exhibit.

  • Opened new Main Street office with a retail incubator space.

  • And MORE to come.