If you’ve spent any time around Main Street Harrison, you’ve probably heard us talk about the Four Points. Organization. Promotion. Design. Economic Vitality. They’re the foundation of the Main Street Approach, a framework used by Main Street communities across the country. From time to time, we’ll take a closer look at each one and, more…
When people think about downtown revitalization, they often picture storefronts, events, flowers, banners, or historic buildings. While those things are certainly part of the picture, there is something even more important happening behind the scenes: partnerships. No single organization, business, property owner, volunteer, or government entity can revitalize a downtown alone. Strong downtowns are built…
When multiple organizations are working to strengthen a community, it’s natural for people to wonder where one role ends and another begins. Main Street Harrison, Explore Harrison, and the Harrison Regional Chamber of Commerce all care deeply about Harrison’s success, but each organization serves a different purpose. While there’s overlap in the shared goal of…