DOWNTOWN ATTRACTIONS

COTTON BELT DEPOT MUSEUM

HISTORIC MUSEUM

The 1894 Cotton Belt Railroad Depot is a real gem which has been carefully restored pursuant to National Register standards with original colors and decor. The central office is furnished with antiques suitable to an office at the turn of the last century, working telegraphy, and railroading exhibits. A model train exhibit showcases a stylized mid-century Mount Vernon. The large freight room houses an 1899 Studebaker covered wagon in excellent condition. There is also a small 1880 log cabin moved onto the property, a syrup press and mill, period mule-drawn farm machinery, and a working blacksmith shop.

202 S Kaufman Street Mount Vernon, TX 75457

THE CAKE LADY BAKERY CAFE

HOMESTYLE CAFE

Casual café serving up hearty breakfasts, daily lunch specials, and homestyle favorites like chicken fried steak and burgers. Cakes, pies, cupcakes and desserts can be made for all occasions. Catering options available.

209 E Main Street Mount Vernon, TX 75457

THE CHOPHOUSE ON BANKHEAD

STEAKHOUSE

The Chophouse on Bankhead offers a true gourmet dining experience, providing prime steaks, fresh seafood, pastas, fresh vegetables and desserts all brought in fresh from local providers when available. There is also a large selection of fine wines and a full bar. Chef Enam also creates unique weekly specials and happy hour offerings. Online ordering available.

109 E Main Street Mount Vernon, TX 75457

FIRE STATION MUSEUM

HISTORIC MUSEUM

Housed in the old 1940 WPA-financed fire station, changing exhibits from the permanent collection include nature history displays of butterflies, rare and extinct bird eggs, violins, toys, seashells, antique tools, wood carvings, Indian artifacts, and an exhibit honoring hometown legend, Don Meredith.

111 S Kaufman Street Mount Vernon, TX 75457

MILANO'S PIZZA

PIZZERIA

Milano's Pizza offers made-from-scratch pizzas and calzones as well as appetizers, pasta dishes, sandwiches, salads, desserts, cheesy breadsticks, and a fresh buffet. Delivery available within city limits.

114 S Kaufman Street Mount Vernon, TX 75457

ML EDWARDS

GENERAL STORE

Located on the Plaza Square in historic downtown Mount Vernon, the general store features more than 2,500 square feet of carefully curated and locally sourced items for your home, kitchen and more. Drop in for that special gift for someone (or treat yourself!), and grab a chilled bottle of wine or champagne on your way out.

103 N Kaufman Street Mount Vernon, TX 75457

RECYCLED RENIASSANCE

FURNITURE

Custom built farmhouse tables, console tables, side tables, coffee tables, and other rustic furniture pieces.

111 Dallas Street Mount Vernon, TX 75457

STEVE-O'S PIZZA & PUB

PIZZERIA & PUB

Authentic Italian food made-from scratch, including pizzas, pastas, sandwiches, and salads. This fun and family-friendly restaurant also offers a great selection of wings, domestic and craft beers and proudly features wines from the local Red 55 Winery.

114 Houston Street Mount Vernon, TX 75457

WATERMELON MILLS

COFFEEHOUSE

At Watermelon Mills, located inside the historic ML Edwards building, you'll find more than just a good cup of coffee. That's because we put as much care into what we brew as where we brew it -- downtown in the heart of our community. Originally founded in the Watermelon Mills building, our coffee shop is our way of bringing the past to the present, while honoring the memory of those who made this town great.

100 Main Street Mount Vernon, TX 75457

BRISCOE'S EMPORIUM ON LOWER MAIN

The entire 4,000 square foot interior of Briscoe's Emporium on Lower Main was designed to appeal to customers' senses, by delighting on every level. Visually, it is very eccentric and unexpected experience. The interior feels very urban, and the merchandise evokes a vivid sense of nostalgia, as the merchandise features curated consignment of all things Mid Century Modern, Retro and Vintage.

204B East Main Street Mount Vernon, TX 75457

RESTORATION CALLING

CURATED PIECES FOR THE HOME

Visions of RESTORATION are happening inside our historic downtown shoppe! Restoration was originally Mt Vernon’s Rutherford Pharmacy. While we may not function in the same way today, our prayer is that you find what is sold here to be medicinal and restorative! A little old, a little new.. we can’t wait to serve you here!

THE GALLERY ON MAIN

ART GALLERY

Enjoy the beautiful work from award winning artist. Here you will find painting, sculpture, hand made pottery and hand made jewelry.