About Us

Main Street Morgantown is a a tax-exempt not-for-profit organization. Our mission is to develop and promote vibrant and prosperous Downtown and Wharf Districts in Morgantown, West Virginia. To that end, we lead:

  • A safe, welcoming, and attractive district for businesses, residents, and visitors,
  • Growth and prosperity among current and prospective businesses within the district,
  • Thoughtful revitalization, historic preservation, and property investment through architecture and design, and
  • Collaborative partnering among public and private stakeholders to achieve a thriving business community.

Since its founding in 1984, MSM has been involved in the creation of 1,300 new jobs, the opening of more than 200 new businesses and over $126 million dollars in investments. Main Street Morgantown is a “grass-roots” organization which works primarily in the areas of historic preservation and economic development.