
The mission of the Purcellville Main Street Program is to honor the town's rich history while building a vibrant future. By leveraging the Main Street Approach—a comprehensive strategy focusing on organization, design, economic vitality, and promotion—the program aims to:
• Support local businesses and attract new enterprises.
• Enhance the
The mission of the Purcellville Main Street Program is to honor the town's rich history while building a vibrant future. By leveraging the Main Street Approach—a comprehensive strategy focusing on organization, design, economic vitality, and promotion—the program aims to:
• Support local businesses and attract new enterprises.
• Enhance the aesthetic appeal and functionality of public spaces.
• Organize community events that engage residents and visitors.
• Advocate for policies that promote sustainable growth and preservation.

Purcellville, a designated community within the Virginia Main Street program, enjoys a range of resources and support aimed at revitalizing its historic commercial district. The VMS program has played a pivotal role in creating over 7,500 businesses, generating 25,000 jobs, and facilitating over $2.1 billion in public and private investme
Purcellville, a designated community within the Virginia Main Street program, enjoys a range of resources and support aimed at revitalizing its historic commercial district. The VMS program has played a pivotal role in creating over 7,500 businesses, generating 25,000 jobs, and facilitating over $2.1 billion in public and private investment across Virginia. For more information, please refer to our strategic plan in the document section.

Volunteers are the backbone of our organization. We provide a range of opportunities for individuals and groups to get involved and make a positive impact on the lives of those we serve. Please download our volunteer application from our document section and email it back to us at Purcellvillemainstreet@gmail.com.

The Purcellville Main Street Program is deeply rooted in community involvement. In March 2025, a working session was held at the Purcellville Train Station, featuring presentations from Virginia Main Street administrators and local economic development advisors. These sessions emphasized the importance of community input in shaping the fu
The Purcellville Main Street Program is deeply rooted in community involvement. In March 2025, a working session was held at the Purcellville Train Station, featuring presentations from Virginia Main Street administrators and local economic development advisors. These sessions emphasized the importance of community input in shaping the future of the town's downtown area .
Additionally, the town's comprehensive planning document, Plan Purcellville 2030, outlines strategies for historic downtown development, including streetscape enhancements and façade improvements. These plans aim to create a cohesive and attractive environment that supports both residents and businesses.

Purcellville's historic downtown is a designated National Register Historic District, encompassing 490 contributing buildings that reflect a range of architectural styles popular during the 19th and 20th centuries . This rich architectural heritage provides a unique backdrop for the town's revitalization efforts, blending preservation with modern development.

The Purcellville Main Street Program continues to work collaboratively with local businesses, residents, and state agencies to implement revitalization initiatives. Through ongoing planning, community engagement, and strategic partnerships, the program strives to create a thriving downtown that honors Purcellville's past while embracing i
The Purcellville Main Street Program continues to work collaboratively with local businesses, residents, and state agencies to implement revitalization initiatives. Through ongoing planning, community engagement, and strategic partnerships, the program strives to create a thriving downtown that honors Purcellville's past while embracing its future.
For more information or to get involved, visit the Purcellville Main Street website or contact the Town of Purcellville's Economic Development Office
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