The East End is one of the oldest and most diverse neighborhoods and business districts in Charleston.
Its eclectic community is known for its funky, urban style.
Over the past ten years, the East End has experienced a complete resurgence with new businesses opening and finding success.
Many East End economic and community development projects have created a true destination in the City of Charleston.
The East End is home to the state’s only single A baseball team, the West Virginia Power, the Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences of West Virginia, Capitol Market, and the State Capitol.
We welcome you to explore our neighborhood and find your destination within the gateway to the city and the state of West Virginia.
Program Development
The program development committee helps establish cooperation among the various groups that have a stake in the prosperity of the East End. By getting everyone working toward the same goal, the committee and program director provide effective, ongoing management and advocacy for the East End business district.
Major projects of this Committee include:
Establishing and growing the Friends of East End programs
Volunteer recruitment
Grant seeking and writing
Economic Development strengthens your community’s existing economic assets while diversifying its economic base. This is accomplished by retaining and expanding successful businesses to provide a balanced commercial mix, sharpening the competitiveness and merchandising skills of business owners, and attracting new businesses that the market can support.
Major projects of this Committee include:
Grand Openings
Business retention
Market analysis data collection and distribution
Promotions and Marketing takes many forms, but the goal is to create a positive image that will rekindle community pride and improve consumer and investor confidence in your commercial district. Advertising, retail promotions, special events, and marketing campaigns help sell the image and promise of East End to the community and surrounding region.
Major projects and initiatives of this Committee include:
East End Yard Sale
East End Garden Showcase
East End St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl
Urban Design means getting Main Street into top physical shape and creating a safe, inviting environment for shoppers, workers, and visitors. It takes advantage of the visual opportunities inherent in a commercial district by directing attention to all of its physical elements: public and private buildings, storefronts, public spaces, parking areas, landscaping, window displays, etc.
Major projects and initiatives of this Committee include:
Public art projects
StreetWorks
East End Walking Tour Guide
Through the four-point approach of organization, design, promotion, and economic restructuring, Charleston Main Streets - East End will grow a vibrant commercial district that enhances the unique and diverse character of East End neighborhoods.
We will develop a sense of entry into Charleston. We will seek a balance of growth and preservation for business and residential areas. We will cultivate a sense of community. We will listen carefully to our neighbors and adapt to the changing needs of our community.
A vibrant commercial district that offers necessary goods and services to the residents of surrounding neighborhoods, provides opportunities for education and entertainment while encouraging tourism, historic preservation, and economic development.
