GIlbert Hertiage District

It’s the past, present and future of Gilbert’s Downtown Heritage District. Mayor John Lewis noted that the family friendly atmosphere was a large part of Gilbert’s success in re-developing the area, as well as being a reflection on Gilbert’s overall ethos during our October board meeting.

He shared the history of both Gilbert’s formation as a community, as well as the Heritage District, with credit going to the early settlers of Gilbert, and both Joe Johnston (Joe’s BBQ, among others) and the founders of Hale Theatre, who had a vision for the Heritage District area and served as catalysts for the incredible growth and success that is currently being enjoyed by the area.

ICYMI:

  • There are currently 15 places to eat in the Heritage District area, with 6 more planned in the upcoming year alone.
  • Ticket Force will also be moving their HQ into the area, which will bring more pedestrian traffic and need for restaurants and retail.
  • Various other RFP’s are in the works for other spaces in the District, and Lewis called these results a “30 year overnight success” that was the result of “aggressive patience” and planning by all involved.
  • There was a deep commitment to the vision and infrastructure required to successfully develop the area, both by Town leadership and by residents.

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