Oskaloosa Main Street

The mission of Oskaloosa Main Street is to enhance downtown Oskaloosa as an attractive, unified, and economically sound commercial district by preserving the architectural heritage and communicating a positive image.

Oskaloosa was first designated as a Main Street Community in 1986, making it one of the very first established programs in the state of Iowa. Today it is one of over 50 Main Street communities statewide and 1,200 across the country. As a volunteer-driven organization, Main Street relies on dedicated committee and board members to assist staff in their mission of a vibrant and thriving downtown district. Through the Main Street Four Point Approach, Oskaloosa Main Street works to grow volunteerism, promote the downtown district, preserve historic buildings, improve the appearance of downtown, and support existing and new businesses in the district. Oskaloosa Main Street also puts on community events, including Art on the Square, Sweet Corn Serenade, and the Lighted Christmas Parade and Festival.