Main Street West Branch

08/29/2026

Never forget where you came from. ❤️

There’s a lot of history packed into our little town. Beyond the HerbertHooverNHS and Hoover Presidential Library, downtown West Branch is full of stories about the people and places that helped shape our community.

Scan the QR codes along our downtown sidewalks to discover a little history as you stroll around and eat, shop and explore everything West Branch has to offer.

Remember where we came from… Celebrate where we are. ✨

08/27/2026

🔍 👀… somehow West Branch gets even better when the weather turns crisp.

The leaves start changing. The historic storefronts get a little cozier. The coffee gets warmer, the treats get sweeter, and suddenly there are pumpkins, mums and scarecrows everywhere.

Bring on the small-town charm! ❤️

Consider this your sign to make plans to eat, shop & explore in historic West Branch this fall.

08/27/2026

Happy National Dog Day to some of our favorite downtown visitors! 🐾

Whether they’re here for a bath and a fresh haircut, a stroll through the park, exploring Main Street, tagging along for a patio stop or just soaking up all the good smells — West Branch is even better with a four-legged friend by your side. 🐶

Show us your pup with a photo in the comments, bonus if it's downtown WB! 👇📸

08/24/2026

Join us in congratulating Main Street’s very own Executive Director, Jessi Simon, for being recognized as one of the CBJ’s Forty Under 40 recipients! This award is based on significant professional contributions and community impact early in one’s career. We’re proud to have Jessi leading our efforts in West Branch! ❤️

Announcing the Corridor Business Journal’s 2026 Forty Under 40 Class!

CBJ will host the 22nd Annual Forty Under 40 awards on Thursday, October 29, to celebrate the accomplishments and service of these young leaders.

2026 Class of Forty Under 40, listed alphabetically by last name:
Justin Allendorf
Zachary Brunscheen
Janessa Carr
Logan Dempsey
Sophie Donta
Mic Evans
Bryan Garter
Vince Geis
Charlie Goetzinger
Amanda Grieder
Chris Gulker
Kallie Gutierrez
Christopher Hale
Jared Jirak
Emily Kaiser
Cassandra Kotek
Matthew McPherson
Darci Merrill
Ashley Osborn
Tyesha Perry
Jessica Pleggenkuhle
Andria Pooley
Brady Quinn
Ricardo Rangel Jr.
Andi Riem
Jake Ryan
Ali Salow
Nicole Schroeder
Lacey Schroeder
Anna Selk
Alicia Simmons
Jessi Simon
Michael Strong
Molly Stuelke
Austin Svatos
Allison Traicoff
Sarah van Deest
Michael Villhauer
Tara Wachendorf
Brittany Whitmore

08/24/2026

𝑳𝒐𝒏𝒈 𝒍𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝒔𝒖𝒎𝒎𝒆𝒓! ☀️ Before we officially trade summer nights for school nights, we want to see YOUR summer in West Branch! 📸

Drop your favorite snapshots from your summer fun in historic West Branch in the comments. 👇 We’d love to see the memories you made on Main Street and beyond!

From Summer Kickoff to Hoover’s Hometown Days... and all the sunny days, sidewalk strolls, sweet treats, local shopping and small town fun in between... it’s been an epic summer in our historic little town.

08/22/2026

One last summer Saturday before the school bells ring! ☀️🎒

Make a day of it in historic West Branch... stroll downtown, shop your favorite local spots, grab a bite or a treat, and explore the newly renovated Herbert Hoover Presidential Library & Museum just steps away.

The shops are open. The museum is open. The historic sites are open. The restaurants are open. Summer’s not over quite yet!

𝑬𝒂𝒕. 𝑺𝒉𝒐𝒑. 𝑬𝒙𝒑𝒍𝒐𝒓𝒆. Exit 254.
📍Historic West Branch, Iowa

08/21/2026

Soaking up the last sweet bits of summer in historic downtown West Branch. ☀️

Stroll the sidewalks, pop into the shops, find something you love, and of course… grab a little treat along the way. 🛍️

There’s still plenty of summer left to 𝑬𝒂𝒕. 𝑺𝒉𝒐𝒑. 𝑬𝒙𝒑𝒍𝒐𝒓𝒆. right here in West Branch.

08/19/2026

Taking West Branch on the road! 🙌

We had a great time representing Main Street West Branch at the Travel Iowa booth at the Iowa State Fair today sharing all the reasons to add West Branch to your Iowa travel plans!

From the newly reimagined Herbert Hoover Presidential Library & Museum and National Historic Site to our charming downtown — there’s plenty to Eat • Shop • Explore just 6 miles from Iowa City. ❤️

We’re proud to help more people discover what makes West Branch worth the trip! 📍✨

08/17/2026

Last call! 📣 Applications close TODAY for our part-time Events & Promotions Coordinator position.

We're looking for someone who loves bringing people together, has a knack for organization and marketing, and is excited about helping Historic West Branch continue to thrive.

This part-time position will work alongside our Executive Director and volunteer committees to support various downtown events & promotions, execute a social media plan and more.

Know someone who would be a great fit? Tag them or send this their way! Applications are due today, August 17.

Learn more + apply: mainstreetwestbranch.org/hiring