Learn data-based solutions to complex challenges at the 2025 Community Transformation Workshop in Columbia and Hartsville, South Carolina, October 13-15.
Learn MoreFarmers markets are fantastic tools to support local businesses, drive traffic downtown, and build community connections. Learn how Downtown Maryville built their market from an idea to a success.
Charles Town Now brings people together with an event that celebrates the importance of nothing. Discover how they organized the event and its lasting impact on the community.
Generously sponsored by U.S. Bank, this live, three-week course centers the real challenges of entrepreneurs and equips Main Street leaders with invaluable insights and practical tools to respond. Register today!
Oregon City, Oregon. Photo by Adam Wickham.
Learn how you can use transportation infrastructure as a tool for community transformation.
Cedartown, Georgia. Photo by Main Street America.
Whether you’ve mastered foundational Main Street Approach principles or developed an innovative initiative—we want to hear from you! Submit your proposal for an education session at the 2026 Main Street Now Conference. Proposals are due September 5, 2025.
Amanda Lanata at Louisiana Main Street explains how communities can use tactical urbanism to get things done quickly.
Learn best practices and real-world insights to develop sustainable revitalization strategies, plus get your community’s latest market data—a $750 value—at the 2025 Community Transformation Workshop, in Columbia and Hartsville, South Carolina, October 13-15. Registration closes on September 29. Space is limited. Don't wait!
Join us for the 2025 Community Transformation Workshop, an immersive, interactive two-day experience that equips participants with data-based solutions and proven strategies necessary to address complex revitalization initiatives. Registration closes on September 29, or until capacity is reached. Don't wait!
Hartsville, South Carolina. Photo by City of Hartsville.
The Partnership for Haddonfield leverages high-quality photography and video to develop annual video and photography campaigns that drive holiday traffic and support local businesses.
Applications are now open for the broader round of the Backing Small Businesses grant program, supported by American Express, which will award 400 grants of $10,000 to help locally significant small businesses overcome economic hardship, invest in growth, and make a meaningful impact in their communities.
From interactive self-paced courses and immersive in-person workshops, the Academy offers practical, engaging, and flexible learning experiences designed to help you grow your impact, sharpen your skills, and lead with confidence. We invite you to join us as we embark on this bold new chapter—start exploring the Academy today!
Main Street Morgantown leveraged strategic partnerships to create a retail incubator that supports downtown, the local university, and the local arts community.
