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Halloween Happenings Downtown

Downtown is celebrating Halloween all month long with loads of special events for all ages. Check back frequently for updates! Do you have something to add to our Spooky Downtown list? Send it to us @dda@downtownshreveport.com. Mutiny at Shreveport Aquarium 601 Clyde Fant Parkway Daily through October 31st The pirate adventure is back! The Aquarium […]

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State Bond Commission Approves $75 Million in Funding for New Downtown Shreveport State Office Building

The State Bond Commission took a major step yesterday towards revitalizing downtown Shreveport, approving $75 million in lease revenue bonds for the development of the new Northwest Louisiana State Office Building. This approval, which is part of a projected $100 million investment, helps pave the way for the renovation of the former federal building located […]

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Mermaids Downtown?

Did you know you can find mermaids Downtown? At the Shreveport Aquarium you will be able to experience the magic of mermaids for a limited time on October 5th, 6th, 10th – 13th from 11 am – 4 pm. So what awaits you during this special series? Underwater Mermaid Viewing where you can watch the […]

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Welcome To Downtown – Guice Law

We are thrilled to welcome Guice Law to Downtown Shreveport! Earlier today, September 27th, the firm celebrated with a ribbon cutting. This boutique law firm offers a wide range of legal services, including business law, estate planning, real estate law, and title services. Guice Law’s downtown office is located at 717 Crockett Street. To learn […]

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Block By Block – Crockett Street – Part 2

Just down from the iconic Strand Theater, another stretch of Crockett Street offers services and exciting possibilities for those exploring Downtown Shreveport. The first featured stop is a building that showcases a lively exterior decorated with lush plants that set a welcoming tone. Inside, you’ll find the well-established Shreve Towne Barber Shop & Salon. This […]

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Join The Conversation

Help us discover how we can help you! The DDA offers assistance to downtown businesses, including marketing support, promotional assistance, and help with window displays. We want to create meeting opportunities to  provide our businesses with valuable resources, connections, and learning opportunities to help them grow and succeed—no matter the industry. We want this to […]

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Fertitta’s Delicatessen – Home of the Muffy- And a Downtown Business That Could

Agatha Fertitta McCall is one downtown business owner who believes in herself and knows she can, and she does! Well-known in downtown Shreveport because of her family’s business – Fertitta’s Delicatessen, Agatha grew up at the restaurant at 1124 Fairfield Avenue, and for decades has continued the family tradition of creating downtown’s favorite muffuletta sandwich, […]

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Executive Director – Media Request Update

As many of you have seen, the DDA Board has voted to offer Cedric Glover the position of Executive Director. We are excited to welcome Cedric and look forward to his leadership. Currently, the DDA is in contract negotiations, and we have received several media inquiries. We ask that all questions, media requests, or other […]

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One Shreveport: Community Workshop

The Shreveport-Caddo Metropolitan Planning Commission (MPC) is kicking off an exciting process to update the Great Expectations: Shreveport-Caddo 2030 Master Plan. This initiative, known as One Shreveport, is all about creating a shared community vision for the city’s future. One Shreveport will serve as a guide for the city’s growth and development, covering areas like […]

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Block by Block – Lake Street

Downtown Shreveport is home to an array of unique businesses that bring creativity, craftsmanship, and essential services to the community. Block by Block aims to showcase these businesses that call downtown home and make Downtown Shreveport a special place to live, work, and discover. We begin by exploring Lake Street. One gem that can be […]

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