Welcome to the Wabash Cultural District

The Wabash Cultural District is a 2.5 mile perimeter of walkable terrain. The boundaries are Hill Street along the influential railway tracks on the north, Carroll Street on the west, Paradise Spring Park on the east and the Wabash River on the south. A unique characteristic is our hilly topography. Standing at the District’s entrance, you can see the entire District unfolding before your eyes.

The District is filled with cultural assets such as a world-class performing arts center, miles of community bike trails, numerous public art pieces, new housing developments and boutiques. The preservation of the buildings in the District is extraordinary, too. The National Register of Historic Places designated Downtown Wabash in 1986 because of its architectural significance.

For Wabash, becoming a Cultural District is a key component for future growth. Despite the challenges of combating population decline and surmounting stereotypes of “sleepy rural communities,” Wabash views downtown revitalization as a talent attraction initiative.

The Wabash Cultural District in the heart of downtown is alive and radiates with arts and culture opportunities for all ages, abilities and income levels. The focus on revitalization of core communities has spanned the globe and proven successful for many communities to increase population and quality of life for residents. Our leaders are making our Downtown and Cultural District a priority as vibrant downtowns appeal to people of all ages, especially when mixed uses to live, work and play all in the same walkable area are incorporated.

The Cultural District designation enables us to continue to be a "small but mighty" community, but with a profound statewide impact. The “Vaudeville Vibe” will continue to drive arts and culture opportunities.