The Historic Town of Dandridge invites you to enjoy our delightful mix of old and new. Designated a Main Street Community by the state of Tennessee in September 2006, Dandridge offers shopping and dining as you stroll streets that are rich with history.

Dandridge Community Trust, the official title of the Main Street Program in Dandridge, plays a key role in the activities and revitalization projects in the historic district and all of 37725.  We encourage you to check out our website for more information about the projects and programs we organize and support... and of course we encourage you to visit the Town of Dandridge, named a 2011 Distinctive Destination by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

Dandridge savors the blessings of 2011...

2011 was indeed a Year to celebrate the many exciting activities and successes for the Town of Dandridge.  Early in the year representatives from the National Trust for Historic Preservation visited our Town to announce Dandridge as the recipient of the Dozen Distinctive Destinations Award.

Though we didn't win the Fan Favorite of the Dozen, we celebrate such recognition with a Community Street Party.

DMPA, Main Street and the Town of Dandridge celebrated the 100th Anniversary of Tinsley-Bible Drug Store at the Annual Cruisin' & Groovin' Car Show.

After hosting the Public Input Meeting, East TN Community Design Center presents the new Streetscape Design Project for downtown Dandridge.

The Farmers Market Grand Opening celebrated the 4th year of bringing local, fresh produces to residents and visitors.

WATE featured Dandridge Farmers Market as part of Pick TN Products 25th Anniversary Celebration. (click on logo below to view story)

Dandridge was named one of "16 Friendliest Towns" by Blue Ridge Country Magazine. (click below to view feature)

Scots-Irish Festival celebrated 5th year with largest turnout and headline band "Coyote Run" entertaining crowds.

Dandridge helped commemorate Civil War Sesquicentennial at Annual Heritage Dinner, featuring re-enactors, period entertainment, and excellent cuisine.

WBIR features Dandridge as part of the Small Business Saturday during Christmas shopping season.  Click on logo below to view story.

Christmas in Dandridge hosted Tree-lightings, carolers, carriage rides, Business after Hours, and the best Christmas parade ever!!

We look forward to  2012 and seeing you in Historic Dandridge!!

JANUARY

10  (7 PM)             Dandridge Town Council Meeting - Public Works Building. 

16                         Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day!!

17 (8:15 AM)        Main Street Dandridge Board Meeting at Perkins Restaurant.

17 (6 PM)              DMPA Monthly Meeting (Location: TBD). 

18  (1 PM)             Tennessee Web Assistance 2012 Tour. 

20  (7 PM)             Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce 30th Annual Meeting and Banquet. 

23 (1:30 PM)         Understanding & Insight Online Branding Presentation - Public Works Building.

24/25                    Main Street Quarterly Meeting in Nashville.

26/27/28               Tennessee Horticultural Expo in Nashville.

30  (5:30 PM)        Dandridge Farmers Market Pre-planning meeting -UT Extension office.

FEBRUARY

2 (6 PM)                Robert Burns Dinner hosted at Angelos at The Point. 

3                           TN Main Street Recertification Deadline.

7 (7 PM)                Dandridge Town Work Session - Public Works Building. 

14 (7 PM)              Dandridge Town Council Meeting - Public Works Building. 

14                         Happy Valentine's Day!!

20                         Happy President's Day!!

Main Street Dandridge would like to thank the generous sponsors and participants for 2011 Events.

It is because of their support and the tireless hours of planning by our fantastic volunteers  and the generosity of local businesses that we are able to host such a wonderful Community Events, including the Scots-Irish Festival, Farmers Market, and the Civil War Heritage Dinner. 

Streetscape Follow-Up Meeting:
Public Presentation of Input Results

Main Street hosted a follow-up meeting on Thursday, May 19th to present the Streetscape Design results based on the public input meeting hosted in January.  Members on the community came out to be the first to view the exciting new Streetscape, designed by East Tennessee Community Design Center (ETCDC), for the historic district of downtown Dandridge.

ETCDC will be providing planning Phase recommendations and cost estimates in the near future.  Main Street plans to work in cooperation with the Town of Dandridge and Jefferson County to pursue public funding to begin implementation of the Streetscape Project.

Please review the designs and images presented at the meeting below.  Click on the images for a larger, print ready view of the new Streetscape.

 Dandridge Streetscape Design
 

Dandridge Entrance Sign

Intersection-Before                           Intersection-After
  

Robert Burns Dinner
February 2nd
Tickets now available for the Annual Robert Burns Dinner.  The dinner, celebrating the famous Scottish Author, raises funds for the Scots-Irish Festival.  For information or tickets, click on photo below.  
 

Farmers Market
Planning Meeting
January 30th
Now Mark your calendars for the upcoming Pre-planning Meeting for 2012 Dandridge Farmers Market. Click on photo below for details,

2011 ACCREDITATION MAIN STREET DANDRIDGE
Main Street Dandridge received official Accreditation as 2011 National Main Street Community by National Trust for Historic Preservation and the State of Tennessee
Main Street Board Member Max Fultz and Community Leaders receive certificate at Governor's Conference in September 2011

WALKING TOUR
Main Street Dandridge offers a self-guided Walking Tour brochure. Click below to download a printable version to learn more about our Historic Buildings and Landmarks.

2011 MEMBERSHIP CAMPAIGN LAUNCHED
Main Street Dandridge has launched our Membership Campaign for 2011. Learn more about our Campaign from our press release.  If you'd like to become a member click on image below to download our brochure form.