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February 3 is your last chance to save big on registration for the 2026 Main Street Now Conference in Tulsa, Oklahoma, April 13-15, with Early Bird rates. This is your last chance to pre-order your conference T-shirt, and your best chance at getting Big Bash or mobile workshop tickets before they sell out, too. There's so much to experience, learn, and explore at the Main Street movement's biggest gathering of the year: act now to save big!
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This conversation between Main Street America's Director of Research and the owner of a plant shop in Tacoma, Wash., reveals the unique struggles of today's storefront business owners.
From informative tours to immersive learning experiences, mobile workshops offer an unparalleled glimpse into Main Street efforts happening in and around Tulsa, Oklahoma. Check out our round-up of recommendations designed to help you complete your itinerary with the perfect mobile workshop.
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Dollar stores don't contribute to local economic vitality. Learn how Historic King Drive on Milwaukee’s Northside stopped a dollar store in favor of a local grocer.
Martin Luther King Jr.'s impact and legacy continue to have a lasting effect on this country. To honor him, we gathered four articles that highlight how communities celebrate and remember Dr. King through programming, events, and public art.
With 96 sessions and counting, this year's conference is guaranteed to be your biggest professional development opportunity of the year. Get a first look at the wealth of knowledge, best practices, and innovative solutions that you can bring home to your Main Street community. Peruse all sessions at once, or use our handy filter tools to sort by type, track, or topic area.
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The start of a new year is the perfect time to strengthen your understanding and practical knowledge of Organization principles, board management, and lasting leadership.
Learn how Oklahoma's Main Streets are designing for durability both in the built environment and within their organizations.
Catalytic projects can transform communities. Learn how Lee's Summit, Missouri, built the Green Street Market as an anchor institution to bring people together and invest in their future.
Thriving Main Streets are built upon a strong foundation—and every foundation needs regular tune-ups to meet the ever-evolving needs of your program and community. The Main Street America Academy is here to help! This month, we invite you to focus on your foundation with this curated suite of courses, learning opportunities, and resources.
Kent, Ohio. Photo by EmiLee Hartman
