When we envisioned turning an eyesore of a building into a beautiful park here in downtown Waynesboro, we also saw the potential value in the adjacent building.
We used the back of 21 East Main for our park's stage during special events. Attendance at these events has been excellent and we really enjoy bringing people together at Main Street Park!
Step inside 21 E. Main St.!
Phase 2B at 21 East Main Street
To donate to the project, email
Bill Kohler at bill@mainstreetwaynesboro.org
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This is a project nearly 10 years in the making.
The interior demo and other foundation work was completed in early 2024 by Waynesboro Construction Co., while the entire exterior shell was finished in December of 2025 by crews from GRC General Contractors.
The site will host a restaurant, welcome center and Mainstreet’s offices.
Don Smith of Smith Company Design and Architecture of Waynesboro is the designer and architect.
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The project is expected to cost between $2.5 million and $3 million, but will generate revenue for Waynesboro’s downtown revitalization organization.
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Through the support of generous donors, Mainstreet has already invested more than $120,000 in the façade and side of the building.
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The recently completed section cost approximately $900,000, using state, county and federal grants and donations from local companies, individuals and foundations.
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The front section will house a restaurant with 2,425 square feet on the lower level and an upstairs overflow dining and banquet room of about 1,500 square feet.
The back section will include offices for Mainstreet Waynesboro, a welcome center, storage, and space for one more tenant.
The project features large glass doors that will open out to Main Street Park. The restaurant will feature outdoor seating as well.
The final construction portion began in late January 2026 and will continue in phases as funds are raised.
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21 EAST MAIN STREET
Now, our goal of fully renovating this building and turning it into a sustainable, revenue-generating project for Mainstreet Waynesboro is closer than ever!
Phase 2B of the project is complete! Crews from supervising contractor GRC General Contractors as well as Bonded Applicators and Nolan Masonry have led the way to creating the two-story, 136-foot expansion to the back of the building that will eventually be home to a new restaurant, a Welcome Center and Mainstreet Waynesboro's offices.