A renewed spirit of collaboration is taking shape in Historic Lexington with the formation of the Lexington, Missouri Merchants Association, a group dedicated to supporting local businesses and promoting Lexington as a destination for visitors and residents alike.

The Association brings together business owners, property owners, community partners, and supporters who share a common vision: to strengthen Lexington’s local economy while preserving the historic charm that makes the community unique.

The organization’s mission is: To foster a vibrant and collaborative business community in Historic Lexington as a welcoming place to shop, dine, explore, and invest through strategic promotion, thoughtful economic development, and preservation of our historic character.

The group envisions Historic Lexington as a thriving regional destination featuring diverse retail shops, restaurants, and service businesses; a welcoming environment that honors the city’s historic architecture; and a community where residents feel proud, visitors feel welcomed, and businesses feel supported.

Working Together to Build Momentum The Lexington, Missouri Merchants Association focuses on increasing foot traffic to local businesses through collaboration, marketing, and strategic event planning.

“Our success is everyone’s success,” Association members shared. “When one business thrives, our entire downtown benefits.”

The Association works closely with the Lexington Tourism Commission, the Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce, the City of Lexington, and other community organizations to ensure coordinated promotion and a unified message.

Together, these groups are working to position Lexington as an experience — whether it’s a day trip, a weekend getaway, or an extended stay.

Upcoming Events

The Lexington, Missouri Merchants Association is committed to developing meaningful experiences that attract visitors, support local businesses, and celebrate the unique character of Lexington.

Upcoming merchant-led events include:

• July 18 – Mid Summer Tea

• October 8 – Ghoulie Girls Night Out

• November 7 – Wassail Walk & Holiday Open House

• December 5 – Christmas Living Windows In addition to these signature events, the Association will collaborate with existing community events throughout the year, including Second Sunday, Shop Small Shop Local, the Holiday Parade, and the 165th Battle of Lexington Reenactment.

Why Join the Lexington, Missouri Merchants Association?

Membership is open to retail businesses, restaurants, service providers, property owners, homebased businesses, community organizations, and individuals who support the mission of the Association.

Annual membership dues are

$ 50.

Membership benefits include:

• Promotion through social media and cooperative marketing campaigns • Participation in merchant events and seasonal promotions Networking and collaboration opportunities

• Partnerships with Tourism and Chamber initiatives

• Input on downtown events and marketing strategies

• Opportunities to serve in leadership roles and committees

• Access to shared resources and community partnerships Most importantly, membership provides businesses with a voice in shaping the future of Historic Lexington. Join the Movement

The Lexington Merchants Association invites businesses and community members to join the effort to create a vibrant, welcoming downtown where businesses thrive and visitors return again and again.

Historic Lexington is more than a place — it’s an experience.

For more information about membership or upcoming events, contact the Lexington Merchants Association at lexmomerchants@ gmail.com or follow @ExperienceLexingtonMissouri on Facebook and Instagram.

Experience Lexington, Missouri — Historic Charm. Big Heart.