Business & Building Owner Resources

Business Resources:

Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce

Membership-Based Business Support

The Lebanon Wilson Chamber of Commerce’s mission is to coordinate the talents and energies of business, industry, and individuals to make Wilson County a better place to live, work, and raise a family. Their vision is to foster an environment in which a unified Wilson County can realize a prosperous future.

Learn more: Lebanon Wilson Chamber Website

Downtown Lebanon Business Group

Locally-Led Marketing Collective

Comprised of about ~35 businesses around the Square and The Mill, the Downtown Lebanon group is a collaborative marketing and advocacy network. The group’s collected dues enable a shared website and social media presence to promote downtown events, specials, and happenings. Members meet quarterly to share updates and coordinate efforts.

Get involved:
📧 Email downtownlebanontn@gmail.com
🌐 Visit Downtown Lebanon Website to learn more and join.

Wilson County Convention & Visitors Bureau

Countywide Tourism Promotion

The Wilson County CVB is the lead agency for tourism promotion across the county. Their team works to attract visitors to local attractions, events, and businesses—including downtown Lebanon. They can assist with marketing opportunities, tourism-focused collaborations, and event promotion.

Learn more: Wilson County CVB Website

City of Lebanon

Municipal Services and Guidelines

The City of Lebanon offers valuable resources to downtown business and property owners, particularly regarding building improvements and historic preservation. The city provides guidance and support for topics like signage, lighting, trash collection (sanitation), and compliance with historic design standards.

Learn more: City of Lebanon Website

Historic Lebanon Main Street

Nonprofit Main Street Organization

Historic Lebanon is a nonprofit dedicated to the preservation and revitalization of our historic downtown district. Historic Lebanon’s Mission is to preserve, enrich, and promote our historic downtown as the vibrant heart of our community. Through community event and business promotion, business training, signage advocacy, beautification initiatives, and a local grant program, Historic Lebanon serves as a cornerstone of the downtown business community.

About Historic Lebanon Main Street

Historic Lebanon’s Mission is to preserve, enrich, and promote our historic downtown as the vibrant heart of our community.

Our Approach

Historic Lebanon uses the four points of the National Main Street program to present our Main Street District in its best light.  We believe using this Main Street approach is the best way to achieve our mission of the revitalization of Lebanon’s Public Square and surrounding neighborhoods. 

The four points of the National Main Street program are:

Organization Committee:

  • Strengthening partnerships with The City of Lebanon, The Lebanon/Wilson Chamber, The Convention & Visitors Bureau, and the Downtown Lebanon Group

  • New Façade and Awning Grant Program for Downtown businesses

Design Committee:

  • Creation of new printable downtown maps

  • Installation of new wayfinding kiosks, signs, and historic plaques in downtown

  • Continued partnership with the City of Lebanon on possible streetscaping projects and improvements

Economic Vitality Committee:

  • Sponsor of new Main Street Business training programs

  • Upkeep of a downtown business online directory

Promotion Committee:

  • Social media, email, and print marketing campaigns to promote downtown and community events

  • What’s Happening in Main street events calendar, Feature Friday, and more opportunities to promote your business

Community Event Partners:

  • Lebanon Art Crawl, Rock the Block, Halloween on the Square, Christmas on the Square, and More

Historic Lebanon Fundraising Events:

  • Founders Gala

  • Annual Farm to Table Dinner (featuring Main Street restaurants and local farmers)

  • Cocktails & Costumes: Halloween Soiree at the Capitol Theatre