"Georgia Main Street has been synonymous with economic development and community revitalization. Georgia Main Street communities provide the impetus for business recruitment, building renovations, downtown events, tourism, partnerships, residential living, volunteerism, and historic district designation." - Connie Tabor, Toccoa Main Street
The Georgia Main Street Program began in 1980 as one of the original pilot state coordinating programs of the National Main Street Initiative launched by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The program launched with five local communities and has grown to serve 100+ communities statewide. Georgia Main Streets represent some of the strongest central business districts in the state and in the Southeast.
Latest News
New Event: Mobilize Main Street
Register today for Mobilize Main Street! Our brand new learning on-the-go tour will take place in Toccoa, Athens and Madison on May 15 & 16th. The cost is $300 for GEMS*, $350 for Classic Main Streets* and $375 for Affiliate* or Non-designated registrants. Cost includes one night stay at Hotel Indigo on the evening of […]
Read More201 Training Opportunities
The Office of Downtown Development is excited to be bringing you a variety of new training opportunities in 2019. The workshops offered will include but are not limited to: Mini Main Street 201- ”Beers, Brews and Business Development” February 26th in Greensboro, GA Cost: $35 per person, all tiers Mini Main Street 201- […]
Read MoreFast Facts
Number of Georgia Main Street Cities
New Jobs created in 2018
Completed Building Rehabilitation Projects in 2018
Total Volunteer hours invested in 2018
Total Private and Public Investment in 2018
Main Street of the Month
Uptown Columbus
“Over the past 35 years, Uptown Columbus has undergone a remarkable transformation evolving from a decaying downtown into a bustling, vibrant community. Throughout this journey, the Main Street Approach has provided the framework for comprehensive revitalization and guided our community to recognize, celebrate and promote the authenticity of our downtown. Most notably, the $25M public-private partnership that led to the restoration of the Chattahoochee River brought new life to a historic sector of our downtown, creating economic opportunities, spurring development along the riverfront, increasing tourism, and positively enhancing the identity of our community.”
–Becca Zajac, Uptown Columbus
