Welcome to Downtown
Rochester Main Street is an economic development and historic preservation program. We are a volunteer-based nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing downtown Rochester, New Hampshire through various improvement projects, events, and community engagement initiatives.
Our goal is to promote a positive image of downtown by preserving our unique historic character, strengthening our economic base, and emphasizing downtown as the center of community activity.
Our goal is to promote a positive image of downtown by preserving our unique historic character, strengthening our economic base, and emphasizing downtown as the center of community activity.
Rochester LGBT+ Pride |
Free Comic Book Day |
Our district runs from the James W. Foley Memorial Community Center to the Rochester Common and from Signal Street to the Cocheco River Bridge on North Main Street.
Rochester Main Street is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that operates through the guidance of a volunteer-based Board of Directors who set the policies and procedures for the program. We are also a member of the National Main Street Program through a branch of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Consider getting involved, becoming a volunteer, or making a donation to support this effort.
Rochester Main Street is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that operates through the guidance of a volunteer-based Board of Directors who set the policies and procedures for the program. We are also a member of the National Main Street Program through a branch of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Consider getting involved, becoming a volunteer, or making a donation to support this effort.
Volunteer
Volunteers are crucial to Rochester Main Street. We welcome all members of the community who would like to contribute toward the betterment of Rochester. Volunteer for one short project, or several — it's up to you!
Make A Donation
Rochester Main Street is dedicated to enhancing and sustaining Rochester’s vibrarnt downtown district. All downtown businesses are benefactors of our revitalization efforts. Financial support from individuals, familes, and businesses is greatly appreciated and allows us to further our efforts.
About Rochester, NH
Rochester, known as the Lilac City, is located in southeastern New Hampshire. It is the largest city in the seacoast region and the fourth-largest city in the state. Rochester is conveniently located, serving as a gateway to the Lakes Region, the White Mountains, and the Seacoast. Rochester enjoys many of the conveniences of a prospering city combined with the delights of small-town New England traditions. Family values, strong work ethic, and lasting community spirit sustain the pride among residents and businesses in Rochester.
Rochester Public Library |
Rochester Opera House |
A wide variety of cultural and recreational activities are offered at the Rochester Public Library, Rochester Historical Society & Museum, Recreation Department & Arena, Rochester Opera House, and Rochester Museum of Fine Arts. There are also multiple public parks and playgrounds, ball fields, tennis and basketball courts, disc golf, hiking and walking trails, public pools, and a kayak and canoe launch on the Cocheco River. Exciting shopping advantages and fine dining are also found throughout the city.
The city’s commitment to economic development has spurred major growth of manufacturing and high-tech companies, retail, and the ongoing revitalization of the historic downtown district. Rochester continues to diversify, strengthen, and grow as business and industrial expansions attract new residents to the area. Excellent educational advantages are available to residents. The Richard W. Creteau Regional Technology Center at Spaulding High School trains students for well-paid positions and assures companies in the area of a skilled workforce.
The city’s commitment to economic development has spurred major growth of manufacturing and high-tech companies, retail, and the ongoing revitalization of the historic downtown district. Rochester continues to diversify, strengthen, and grow as business and industrial expansions attract new residents to the area. Excellent educational advantages are available to residents. The Richard W. Creteau Regional Technology Center at Spaulding High School trains students for well-paid positions and assures companies in the area of a skilled workforce.
Art by Bianca Mireles |
Photo by John Gisis |
Art by James Chase |
New Hampshire has been consistently ranked among the Top 10 best places to live in America based on several categories including economy, education, public safety, health care, most desirable livability, affordable housing, and a short commute to work. Combined with a convenient location with opportunities to prosper, Rochester is truly – The Place to Be!