Palestine is proud to be part of Main Street America, a movement dedicated to strengthening communities through preservation-based economic development. Main Street America supports the revitalization of historic downtowns and neighborhood commercial districts across the nation.
What is Main Street America?
Main Street America is a program that empowers communities to create vibrant, thriving downtowns. By leveraging local assets such as historic buildings, cultural heritage, and community pride, the program fosters economic growth and enhances the quality of life.
Palestine’s Involvement
As a member of Main Street America, Palestine benefits from a wealth of resources and support. This includes professional consultation in areas like architecture, urban planning, and economic development. Our efforts focus on four key areas:
1. Organization: Building strong partnerships among local stakeholders.
2. Economic Vitality: Strengthening and diversifying the downtown economy.
3. Design: Enhancing the physical appearance of downtown through improvements and public spaces.
4. Promotion: Marketing downtown’s unique characteristics to attract residents, visitors, and investors.