Stephenville Main Street

What does Main Street have coming up?

Farmers & Artisan Market - May 4th from 9AM-3PM @ Downtown Cowboy Plaza

CincoVille Celebration -May 4th from 11AM-3PM @ Downtown Cowboy Plaza

Downtown Clean Up- June 29th from 9AM-12PM

What is Main Street?

The Texas Historical Commission (THC) designated Stephenville as a Texas Main Street community in 2021. The Texas Main Street program is part of the Community Heritage Development Division of the THC and focuses on the Four Point Approach of organization, economic development, design, and promotion with community involvement and volunteer support. Stephenville Historic Main Street is among the national network of more than 1,200 neighborhoods and communities that share both a commitment to creating high-quality places and to building stronger communities through preservation-based economic development. Our beautiful historic downtown district is also included in the National Register of Historic Places.

The Four Point Approach

At the center of our beautiful downtown is the Erath County Courthouse. Constructed in 1892, it is the work of architect, James Riely Gordon. It features a striking polychromatic exterior of native white limestone with red Pecos sandstone accents and, as one of Gordon’s earlier works; it displays several features that have become hallmarks of his courthouse designs.

The amazing district contains over 23 full city blocks surrounding the 1892 Erath County Courthouse. Our remarkable downtown square boasts streets paved with Thurber bricks during the 1920s. Filled with a variety of shops and restaurants, this notable destination is a year-round delight.

We invite you to come visit us and see all of the many historic treasures in our Main Street district!