Downtown Partners
2024 Downtown Partners
A corporate stewardship program that works to enhance downtown and care for the long-term success of our local business community and the people in it.
United Bank & Trust chose to be a Downtown Partner for many reasons, but one stands out the most,
and it is community. We have a long history of investing in our local communities throughout northeast
Kansas. In 2021, we relocated our Manhattan location to downtown and this gave us a chance to
become involved in a local neighborhood. We love the feel of downtown and the daily encounters with
others in the area, developing partnerships, as well as friendships. Being involved in the downtown area and with Downtown Manhattan Inc. has allowed us to invest in the community and see our investment at work, knowing it stays local, which is the core of our business model. We are grateful and excited to be a Downtown Partner, and look forward to maintaining this relationship for many years.
In almost 60 years of commercial building, BHS has formed many partnerships in the Manhattan community and been an active part of its growth. BHS has had a hand in more than 15 business renovations in the downtown area. In 2019 we moved our headquarters to 4th and Pierre, right in the mix of this area we have grown many of our partnerships through, it feels like home. BHS recognizes that by investing in our community, we all can grow. That is why we chose to be a Downtown Partner. We are excited for this opportunity and a chance to continue to Build Together with our neighbors.
Steel & Pipe Supply Renovation – 555 Poyntz
Manhattan Chamber of Commerce Renovation – 501 Poyntz
4th & Poyntz (Now Celebrations of the Heart) – 331 Poyntz
BBN Architects Office – 228 Poyntz
The Winged Lion – 300 Poyntz
The Boutique – 318 Poyntz
Tallgrass Tap House – 320 Poyntz
Steve’s Floral – 302 Poyntz
Middle – 103 N. 3rd St
The Trust Company of Manhattan – 800 Poyntz
Manhattan Brewing Company – 406 Poyntz
Wareham Theatre – 410 Poyntz
Wareham Apartments – 418 Poyntz
BHS Construction Office Building – 301 S. 4th St
324 Speakeasy – 324 Houston St
Houston Office Spaces – 322 Houston St
Bourbon & Baker – 312 Poyntz Ave
Community House – 120 N. 4th St
United Bank & Trust – 221 N. 4th St
Office Building – 409 Poyntz
Hibachi Hut (Now El Patron) – 429 Poyntz
Boys & Girls Club – 220 S. 5th St
Civics Plus – 302 S. 4th St
(Formerly Harry’s) – 418 Poyntz
Landmark National Bank – 701 Poyntz
Old Sears Building – 205 S. 4th St
Katie’s Way – 720 Poyntz
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church – 601 Poyntz
Village Geek – 105 N. 3rd St
Finn’s Neighborhood Pub holds a special place in the heart of downtown. It is quite literally in
the city’s center and warmly invites all to come inside for a nostalgic atmosphere and friendly
vibe. Finn’s is home to the Best Bloody Mary in Kansas and offers a full compliment of beer,
spirits and seltzers. Finn’s is fast becoming the hub of live local music in Manhattan as well as a
place to gather with friends for pool, darts and open mic nights. The owners of Finn’s, Tanya
and Satish Ram have been involved with Finn’s in some capacity for 20+ years and consider downtown Manhattan the most special place in Kansas. They look forward to a bright future and continued growth in the neighborhood.
In 2016, WTC first came to Manhattan, by way of Downtown. It was at that time that our community learned of their intentional and reliable customer service alongside their genuine care of downtown and our business community. WTC has been a long time sponsor of the Holiday Horse Drawn Carriage Rides and provides free wifi to the public within the Core of downtown.
WTC truly believes in being a good corporate citizen in all the areas they serve and giving back is not just a part of their mission, but also a core value of the organization. They look forward to all the ways in which they can partner with Downtown Manhattan.
