"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.
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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- […]
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Main Street of the Month
Downtown Dublin, GA
“With over $40 million invested from both the private and public sector over the last 15 years alone, there is a new energy radiating from downtown Dublin. Small, incremental shifts in the way we perceive our downtown have led to big changes and even bigger investment, all of which is rooted in the foundation of the Main Street Approach. Now entering its fourth decade as a Classic Main Street City, downtown is the most visible indicator of the economic and social health of our community. The heartbeat of our town has been reignited, revived, and re-imagined – breathing hope and prosperity and connecting new generations to our historic city center.”
-Tara Bradshaw, Main Street Dublin
