The Town of Vienna was incorporated in 1890, but our economic growth began in earnest in the 1940s, when the post-World War II boom brought a burgeoning population to Vienna and the surrounding areas.
In the 1950s, many businesses in Vienna moved from the old commercial section on Church Street to Maple Avenue.
In 1954, the first of Vienna's modern shopping centers opened. More shopping centers followed in quick succession along Maple Avenue, which was widened to keep up with the influx of newcomers.
In the decades that followed, the Town's economy continued to grow, and more large retailers moved in to meet residents' needs. But Vienna also stayed true to its small-town character.
Today, Vienna is a community of cozy neighborhoods and vibrant business districts. Small businesses and independently owned stores have achieved a kind of symbiosis with the retail chains nearby (which they still outnumber), and restaurants and specialty shops of all flavors flourish. It's what makes business better here.
Are you interested in opening a business in one of our Town's business districts? We're here to help with district-specific information and guidance.
