In the late 1970s, Lufkin, like many of our small Texas downtowns, was in a serious state of decline. The automobile, suburban housing and the growth of local and regional shopping centers greatly reduced the traditional role of downtowns as the principal center of economic activity.

In the early 1980s Lufkin community leaders felt it was imperative to save downtown. Lufkin became a part of the Main Street organization in 1983 and since that time has become the longest standing Main Street city in Texas. 

Main Street Lufkin is a community development organization and works to improve economic management and strengthen public participation by making downtown a fun place to live, work, shop and play. Main Street Lufkin produces several annual events throughout the year which attract thousands, among these are the Annual SpringFest, Downtown Halloween Trick-or-Treat, Entertainment in the Park, Heritage Festival, Main Street Market Days, Flag Day and the festive Main Street Lufkin Lighted Christmas Parade.

New programs and events have brought old and new friends to downtown again!

For more information contact Barbara Thompson, Main Street director at 936.633.0205

Main Street Lufkin Vision Statement

Main Street Lufkin works with its partners to facilitate historic preservation of our downtown. Revitalization, economic viability are our goals while retaining a wholesome environment and a good image. We accomplish this through organization, promotion, economic restructuring and design. 

Main Street Lufkin Mission Statement

Main Street Lufkin envisions an attractive, economically viable downtown with restored buildings, landscaping and other aesthetic features that preserve and enhance the historic nature of our downtown.

Main Street Lufkin Core Values

• Preserve and grow downtown as a business center for the community
• Draw people downtown for business, shopping and fun
• Maintain and preserve historic buildings
• Create a family friendly atmosphere downtown.