Downtown Business Anniversaries
by Amara Kniep
Downtown Wichita is thrilled to highlight the local businesses celebrating milestone anniversaries this year!
Whether they have been open for five years or 150 years, each establishment is a vital part of downtown. Spanning decades and industries, this year's list of businesses celebrating milestone anniversaries includes:
5 YEARS
10 YEARS
15 YEARS
20 YEARS
25 YEARS
30 YEARS
35 YEARS
40 YEARS
55 YEARS
60 YEARS
75 YEARS
80 YEARS
90 YEARS
95 YEARS
100 YEARS
115 YEARS
140 YEARS
150 YEARS
Highlight: Brick & Bustle Bridal
Established in 2021 and nestled in the Old Town district, Brick & Bustle offers a large selection of aisle-ready bridal gowns, allowing brides to skip the traditional six-month lead time for gowns – and leave with a designer bridal gown the very same day! The gowns are showroom samples, runway samples, and overstocked gowns from some of the most sought-after designers and boutiques. The collection rotates frequently, so schedule now and find your gown for a fraction of the traditional retail price!
Downtown Wichita asked Brick & Bustle Bridal Owner Paige Albert why downtown and her bridal boutique are a match that lasts.
What do you like best about being located downtown?
“Going downtown isn't an everyday thing for most people – it's a special occasion! We are centrally located for easy access, and we value our building's history. You won't find a new building with half as much character as ours. We love the exposed brick walls and tall tin ceilings! There are also plenty of fun restaurants within walking distance for our brides to celebrate after they find their gown!” – Paige Albert, Brick & Bustle Bridal Owner
What is a favorite customer story or community memory that captures what your business stands for?
“I can't choose just one because every day is special at Brick & Bustle! Every day we have the honor of helping brides shop for their most special garment, and we wouldn't trade the stories, memories, happy tears, and connections we've made along the way.” – Paige Albert, Brick & Bustle Bridal Owner
Highlight: Wichita Independent Business Association (WIBA)
WIBA has advanced the growth and impact of Wichita businesses since 1931. They know the critical role independent businesses play in strengthening the community and driving innovation. They are committed to supporting members' interests through education, advocacy, communication and personal relationships.
What do you like best about being located downtown?
“WIBA loves being downtown, right in the heart of the city, with everything that is going on, like the new buildings and businesses that are starting. We also love seeing people walk by the office with their coffee, students walking to KansasCOM and WIBA members stopping in to say hello.” - Jennifer Willits, WIBA Director of Operations
What is a favorite customer story or community memory that captures what your business stands for?
“We love hearing our WIBA members tell us success stories of how they met other entrepreneurs and helped each other out or did business with each other. Also, seeing members grow, scale and start thriving with their dreams of becoming business owners.” - Jennifer Willits, WIBA Director of Operations
Highlight: Professional Engineering Consultants (PEC)
Established as a professional association in 1965 after the merger of three engineering design firms, Professional Engineering Consultants (PEC) has been delivering comprehensive engineering solutions for more than 60 years. Headquartered in Wichita, with additional locations in Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and Colorado, their staff of more than 400 hold professional engineering licenses in all 50 states. From the roads and bridges connecting them, the energy powering them, the hospitals healing them, and the schools teaching them, PEC strives to better communities.
What do you like best about being located downtown?
“Being downtown puts us right at the heart of the clients and partners we serve. Our central location makes it easy to stay connected, collaborate, and remain engaged with the people and organizations shaping Wichita's future. There's an energy that comes from being in the center of it all, and we love being part of that daily momentum.” Brittany Svetecz, PEC Communications Manager
What is a favorite customer story or community memory that captures what your business stands for?
“There isn't just one story that stands out. Instead, it's the collective experience of watching downtown Wichita and the surrounding communities continue to grow and evolve. Seeing new buildings rise, historic spaces transformed, and community investments come to life is incredibly meaningful. Knowing that our team has helped bring many of those projects from ideas to reality captures who we are at our core: a company dedicated to creating places that serve communities for generations to come.” - Brittany Svetecz, PEC Communications Manager
