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Get Involved and Make an IMPACT

The success of the Main Street Initiative depends on the dedication and generosity of our community. Whether you want to lend a hand at local events, contribute financially to downtown projects, or simply spread the word, your support makes a lasting impact.

 

Volunteer opportunities, fundraising campaigns, and downtown improvement projects are all ways you can be part of the positive change happening right here in Boone!

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Explore downtown

You look like you need coffee..
3 minutes ahead.

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Downtown Boone Iowa Shopping District in a duotone of Greens

Shop

Boone Theater with the Boone logo, and a car parked on the street.

explore

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eat

historic buildings in Boone Iowa including Paradox, American Family Insurance, and Remax Real Estate on Story Street

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Downtown Boone Board of Directors

Our Team works to ensure that if you
Try Boone, you'll stay!

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Holly Stecker

Executive Director

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Tom Blanford

President

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Members First Credit Union

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Kelley Molitor

Vice President

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Molitor construction

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Susan Schafer

Secretary

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the book shoppe

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Evan Jorgensen

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Boone County Hospital 

boone flex center

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Paul Clark

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KWBG radio

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Lisa Kahookele

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City of Boone

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Robin Sassman

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RS Medical Consulting, p.c.

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Derek Quam

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Avec Design + Build Architecture Firm

Powered by Main Street.
Supported by Community.

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Downtown Boone, officially designated in 2024 as a Main Street Iowa Community, is committed to Boone's economic growth through preserving and revitalizing our historic district.

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Main Street Iowa is a network of over 50 communities across Iowa that have committed to following this framework for downtown revitalization.

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A Thriving Downtown Starts with You

Revitalizing Downtown Boone isn’t just about buildings—it’s about people. The Main Street Initiative encourages community engagement, volunteerism, and investment to create a downtown that reflects the character and energy of those who call Boone home. 

find your places

8th and Story Greenspace sign Dedicated 2021 with Freedom isn't free mural.
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Downtown Boone is the heart of our community; 

Where history meets progress.

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Downtown Boone, Iowa - Off The Rails

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Downtown Boone,
a Main Street community, is committed to creating a vibrant downtown through business growth, historic preservation, and collaborative partnerships.

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