We believe small towns hold big dreams.

Hammond is a place where dreams can take root, grow, and flourish. We celebrate the creativity and resilience that thrives in close-knit communities and embrace the notion that small towns can be the centers of innovation.

Opening a new business in the Downtown Development District?

Check out our Welcome Packet for new downtown businesses.

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Planning something special? Need a boost getting the word out? No worries.

We can post your event or promotion on our Downtown Calendar and spread the word in our newsletter!

Are you hiring? We work with local partners to promote downtown jobs and connect workers to your
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Resources for district businesses

Looking to restore your business’s front? Look at our Façade Grant packet.
If you’re feeling like a loan to help your business is your best option or next step, don’t hesitate to reach out to us! We’d love to help you. Check out our Loan Program packet.
If you’re looking to restore your sidewalks look no further! Click here.
If renovating or building a new business is on your horizons, we have a lot of resources to help you. We have an Design Review Application to make sure you’re taking the necessary renovation steps, as well as a Design Guideline packet to keep you on task.

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If your business has an event coming up that you’d love to share with the community all you need to do is go to our Events page and click submit event. We’ve got you from there!
Yes! We’d love to have you join any events that we’re looking for partners, vendors or additional participants.
We will post on our website when we’re looking for outside participation. Those events are Hot August Stroll, Railroad Roar, and Trick or Treat! You can also monitor our Facebook and Instagram, as we’ll do an open call as well.
We look forward to working with you!
The DDD offers a wide variety of programs to help keep you and your business happy and care for. We have our Facade Program, Loan Program and Renovation Packets!

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Annual Events

Keep up with all events, news and opportunities by signing up to our newsletter or by following us on socials. This is a great opportunity for business owners to participate in DDD events!