Over 1,000 communities nationwide are actively involved in using the comprehensive and incremental approach of the Main Street Program to bring renewed energy to downtowns across the country. Platteville is blessed with beautiful architecture in its downtown. The Dept. of Interior designated the entire downtown district as a Historic District for Historic Preservation in 1990. In addition to its unique architecture, downtown Platteville has an interesting combination of retail shops and services available to meet the needs of community members and visitors. Platteville boasts shops dealing in antiques and collectibles, gift and specialty items, music, sporting goods, office supplies and stationery, shoes, bridal and formal attire, jewelry, flowers and plants, clothing, furniture, hardware and building supplies.
Entertainment abounds in the downtown area.
Several restaurants offer a variety of food and beverages. Area taverns and pubs vary from quiet to lively, and the tri-plex movie theatre, museum, art gallery, and outdoor concerts in City Park gazebo during the summer months provide rich cultural experiences. Come take advantage of all there is to see and do in downtown Platteville. You will find a friendly community poised to welcome and serve you.