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About the SMSA

We focus our efforts on the economic vitality and vibrancy of the Starkville downtown district. Our four focus areas are the economic vitality, design, promotion, and organization of downtown Starkville.

Along with hosting many special events throughout the year, the Starkville Main Street Association oversees year-round beautification and improvement projects within the district with the assistance of sponsors and business partners, and the City of Starkville. 

What We Do

Along with hosting many special events throughout the year, the Starkville Main Street Association oversees year-round beautification and improvement projects within the district with the assistance of sponsors, business partners, and the City of Starkville. 

Starkville Main Street operates with the support of the Mississippi Main Street Association, a joint program of the Mississippi Development Authority and the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The state and national programs assist by providing training, information, and other services.

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FAQs

Who can be a Main Street Member? 

Individuals, Businesses, and Corporations who are Partnership members can also dually join the Starkville Main Street Association. Sole membership for SMSA is not available, but any and all businesses are welcome to join or become event sponsors through first joining the Partnership. 

What are the benefits to becoming a Main Street Member? 

Being a Starkville Main Street Association member means investing in the heart of Starkville. Starkville Main Street Association’s mission is to continually focus on promotion, economic vitality, organization, and the design of the downtown Starkville district. The Main Street program demonstrates that if a community maintains a good quality of life, economic development will follow – which benefits residents and businesses within the entire Starkville community. 

How do I participate in a Starkville Main Street Association Event? 

Main Street members located within the Main Street district in good standing are eligible to participate in each of the special events Main Street hosts each year. Chamber members who sponsor certain Main Street events are also eligible to participate through their sponsorships. 

How can I sponsor a Main Street Event? 

Sponsorships are available throughout the year which target the thousands of community members and tourists that visit SMSA’s special events each year. Any chamber member is eligible to sponsor any Main Street event. Costs of sponsorships vary depending upon event size and costs associated with each event.  Learn More.

Areas Included in Starkville Main Street

The Main Street Association includes Main Street, University Drive, and the streets and areas listed on the map.

City of Starkville Entertainment District Map

Why Join

The Starkville Main Street program provides the opportunity for businesses, industries, and individuals to cooperate in preserving the city’s historic downtown area, enhancing its vitality, and making it highly attractive to residents and visitors alike.

Members strive to ensure that existing downtown businesses remain successful and that new businesses are attracted to the area. They work together to enhance the appearance of the Main Street area, publicize the shopping and dining opportunities, and plan special events that will draw people to spend time in that part of the city

Being a Starkville Main Street Association member means investing in the heart of Starkville. Starkville Main Street Association’s mission is to continually focus on promotion, economic vitality, organization, and the design of the downtown Starkville district. The Main Street program demonstrates that if a community maintains a good quality of life, economic development will follow – which benefits residents and businesses within the entire Starkville community. 

Join the Starkville Main Street Association today!  

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Awards

The SMSA is privileged to be the recipient of many awards over the years.

  • 2014: Mississippi Main Street Association (MMSA) Best New Signage – Starkville Wayfinding Signage
  • 2014: MMSA Best New Development Project – Renasant Bank  
  • 2015: MMSA Best Image or Branding Promotion – New South Weekends
  • 2016: MMSA Outstanding Economic Impact Project – The Mill in Starkville
  • 2016: MMSA Outstanding Creative Fundraising – Farm to Fork
  • 2016: MMSA Sam Kaye Excellence in Design – Briar Jones
  • 2017: MMSA Outstanding Creative Event – Night Market
  • 2017: MTA Small Event/Festival of the Year – Night Market  
  • 2018: MMSA Main Street Hero – Michelle Jones
  • 2018: Outstanding Public Improvement – Russell Street Corridor
  • 2018: MMSA Outstanding Rehabilitation Project – Starkville Police Department
  • 2020: MMSA Outstanding Economic Impact Award – Dine Around Downtown
  • 2020: MMSA Outstanding Entrepreneurial Endeavor – The IDEA Shop
  • 2020: MTA Small Event Festival of the Year – Taco Hop
  • 2021: MMSA Main Street Hero – Mayor Lynn Spruill
  • 2021: MMSA Sam Kaye Excellence in Design Award – The Late Dan Camp
  • 2022: MMSA Outstanding Creative Fundraiser – Cash Cal Promo
  • 2022: Mississippi Tourism Association (MTA) Small Event/Festival of the Year – King Cotton Crawfish Boil
  • 2022: Keep MS Beautiful Award

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Join the Starkville Main Street Association today! Members must be located within the Starkville Main Street District. 

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Presenting Sponsors of the SMSA

Primary Sponsors

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$5,000 to $2,500 Sponsors

Cadence Bank logo
Country Pleasin logo
Starkville Properties logo
Reed's logo
Chick-fil-A Starkville
Clark Beverage Group
Bank of Commerce

Mitchell Distributing
Starkville Radiology

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