Photo by Dave Shultz
The current “ Old Town ” area refers to the original industrial zone along Wells Creek and is a center of nightlife and foodie destinations . What was
the “ New Town ” area is now known as the Central Business District with many turn of the 19th century buildings still in use and where many of our city services , banking , and plenty of shopping and restaurants keep visitors and residents busy . The area to the West of the Central Business District is less structurally dense , has green space and parks , and it is where the Palestine Farmer ’ s Market , Railroad Heritage Center , and Visitor Information Centers are located . Palestine Main Street is home to 12 downtown walking tours , 14 restaurants , 7 antique shops , 8 salons and spas and over 25 unique shops . Each year many special events are hosted in Main Street including parades , Dogwood Festival , Saturday ’ s on Main , Art Walk , Farmers Market , Camino Gravel Adventure , Hot Pepper Festival and Christmas in Palestine .
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