The heart + soul of Slidell
Olde Towne is the heart and soul of Slidell. From its early beginnings in 1882 until now, Olde Towne has been the cultural center - the area that makes our community unique. Filled with local gift shops, antique stores, unique boutiques, delicious restaurants, historic homes, local art, and a lively bar scene, Olde Towne is our personality. Our identity. Friendly faces can be found strolling through the streets, eating at cafes, shopping locally, and enjoying time with others. It's our home - our own little slice of southern charm.
Olde Towne Slidell Main Street is a non-profit organization to help preserve and enhance the historic and economic integrity of our Olde Towne Slidell Main Street District, and promote Olde Towne as a center of cultural activity with a cohesive community identity. We strive to make Olde Towne better through historic preservation, economic vitality, promoting our area, organizing events, and design. Join us in keeping it beautiful! Shop local. Eat local.
As a Main Street America™ Accredited program, Olde Towne Slidell Main Street is a recognized leading program among the national network of more than 1,200 neighborhoods and communities who share both a commitment to creating high-quality places and to building stronger communities through preservation-based economic development. All Main Street America™ Accredited programs meet a set of National Accreditation Standards of Performance as outlined by Main Street America.