Visitor center to close April 3 as offices relocate temporarily
and redevelopment begins
Bonham, Texas -- The Bonham Economic Development Corporation (BEDCO) announced today a major step in its downtown revitalization efforts as the Bonham Visitor Center prepares for transformation. The current visitor center will officially close on Friday, April 3, as the building enters its next phase supporting ongoing downtown revitalization.
“This project represents an important investment in the future of downtown Bonham,” said BEDCO Executive Director William Myers. “By revitalizing this landmark property, we are reinforcing the economic vitality and cultural heartbeat of our downtown while creating a space that will better serve residents and visitors for years to come.”
The redevelopment is part of a broader effort to position downtown Bonham as a destination for commerce, tourism and community activity. The City of Bonham anticipates reopening the fully transformed Visitor Center in 2027.
To ensure uninterrupted service for residents and visitors, the following offices will temporarily relocate to 211 N. Main St. in Bonham, and all office phone numbers and email addresses will remain the same:
BEDCO/Downtown (Coordinator Mark Posey)
Tourism Department (Director Melissa Maxwell)
Bonham Area Chamber of Commerce
BEDCO appreciates the community’s patience and support during this transition process and looks forward to welcoming the public back to a revitalized facility that will contribute to a more vibrant downtown.
ABOUT BONHAM ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (BEDCO)
Located at the intersection of Sam Rayburn Highway (Hwy 121) and U.S. Highway 82, Bonham, Texas, serves as the county seat of Fannin County and is conveniently positioned just 60 miles north of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and 30 minutes east of Sherman’s growing tech hub. With its historic downtown, affordable neighborhoods, exceptional quality of life and easy access to major regional centers, Bonham attracts families, professionals and businesses seeking growth and connection throughout North and Northeast Texas.
The Bonham Economic Development Corporation (BEDCO) is a Type B EDC established under the Texas Development Corporation Act of 1997, funded by a half-cent, voter-approved sales tax dedicated to growing Bonham’s economy. With a 2025–26 sales tax budget of $1.1 million, BEDCO is investing in vital infrastructure, upgrades at Jones Field Airport, public parks, and strategic commercial and industrial development to create new jobs. BEDCO also supports downtown revitalization through matching grants that help business owners enhance their properties.
For more information, visit www.cityofbonham.org/163/BEDCO.
