Revitalization

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A lively Main Street with people engaging, showcasing sustained community activity and economic vitality beyond temporary festivals.

Main Street Revival Needs More Than Festivals; Sustained Engagement Is Key.

While many towns close Main Street for a single Fall Festival, the Alleghany Highlands saw $69 million in tourism spending in 2023.

Kendra Baptiste·August 17, 2026

A lively Main Street with people enjoying shops and events, symbolizing successful revitalization and economic growth.

Main Street Revival

What Are Key Performance Indicators for Main Street Revitalization?

A Main Street initiative in the small town of Harmony nearly lost its critical state funding in late 2025.

Eleni Kassian·June 18, 2026

Diverse community members discuss revitalization plans on a Main Street, with some storefronts showing signs of economic struggle.

Main Street Revival

Community surveys could stall Main Street revitalization, but input is still vital.

In Anytown, USA, a $5 million Main Street revitalization project, shaped by 80% resident feedback, resulted in new benches and planters.

Kendra Baptiste·June 17, 2026

A lively and revitalized small-town main street filled with diverse people enjoying shops and community spaces during golden hour.

Main Street Revival

How do community-led main street revitalization strategies work?

In Texas, researchers surveyed 5,487 residents across 85 diverse communities, from rural towns to large urban centers, to understand what truly drives their preferences for local development projects.

Kendra Baptiste·June 8, 2026