March 31 marks the 100th anniversary of the naming of Main Street in Ames.

The Main Street Cultural District celebrated their 100th anniversary during the ArtWalk in June. During the ArtWalk the Ames Historical Society showcased photos of Main Street during the past 100 years.

The Main Street Cultural District was established Jan. 1, 2004. Its mission is to advance and promote downtown as the destination district in the heart of the Ames community.

To keep updated on Main Street Cultural District happenings, become a fan of the Main Street Cultural District on Facebook and bookmark mainstreetculturaldistrict.com.

Main Street Cultural District is an affiliate organization of the Ames Chamber of Commerce.