Read the Street
Learn the importance of the storefront design and tips on ways to increase the allure of every store’s exterior to grab the attention of potential customers. Published in Main Street Now Journal.
Debunking Myths about Main Street Boards
13 myths around non-profit board service and why you should consider volunteering for your local downtown community revitalization group. Published in Main Street Now Journal.
Best Parking Practices for Your Main Street
Parking planning is an important part of creating welcoming and usable public spaces. This webinar provides a primer on the best practices you should consider as you plan the parking strategy for your downtown or neighborhood commercial district.
How Not to Run a Crowdfunding Campaign
Kristi Trevarrow shares the obstacles of navigating the crowdfunding universe as Rochester, Michigan, sought to raise money for its huge holiday event, The Big, Bright Light Show.
Special Event Policy
An example of the policies that communities can use to guide their downtown carnivals, block parties, festivals, and other special events. Published by the city of Batavia, Illinois.
Engaging the Future to Preserve the Past
Learn how Main Street downtown preservation organizations can build strong youth engagement programs to support the next generation of leadership. Published in Main Street Now Journal. Written by Katelin Olson and Sue Starkweather-Miller.
The Keys to Launching a Main Street Program
Learn how Otsego, Michigan used community support and strategic visioning to launch their revitalization efforts. Published in Main Street Now Journal.
Movies on Main
When the film industry made the switch from film to digital media, many small-town theaters struggled able to afford the switch. New Mexico MainStreet stepped in to work with local programs to save small-town theaters throughout the state. Published in Main Street Now Journal. Written by Elma Baco.
Crowd-Funded Real Estate
Learn how local funding solutions like investment clubs and community-driven fundraising can kickstart downtown redevelopment.- Published in Main Street Now Journal.
From Vision to Reality
Learn about Sweet Auburn in Atlanta, which was just starting its journey back to prosperity, and H Street Main Street in DC, which has become a national success story. Published in Main Street Now Journal. Written by Teresa Lynch.
H Street, Washington DC