Main Street America Institute Workshops

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Enriching Experiences

We currently offer one, multiple-day experience filled with educational sessions and exercises aimed to equip participants with advanced tools and strategies in the areas of community transformation.

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In Person

Community Transformation Workshop

The Community Transformation Workshop is an intensive and interactive two-day experience filled with educational sessions and exercises aimed to provide participants with advanced tools and strategies to address complex revitalization projects and initiatives. The workshop includes instructional sessions led by experts in the field and hands-on projects and assignments showcasing communities implementing strategic approaches to Main Street revitalization.

The next Community Transformation Workshop will be held in Fall 2025. Learn more >