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…
At this month’s HHBA meeting, attendees heard from Kelly Lindberg about the restoration of the future home of Lemon & Rye on Main Street. When people see a beautifully restored historic building, they often see the finished product. What they don’t see are the months of planning, research, funding applications, partnerships, and problem-solving that happen…
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…
When people think about Main Street programs, they often picture events, promotions, or community gatherings that bring people downtown. Those things absolutely matter, but they’re only part of the story. Another important part of Main Street’s work is helping encourage investment in the downtown district itself. Building Improvement Programs Create Momentum One way that happens…
What a day. It may have been a little cold and a little blustery, but that didn’t stop Harrison from showing up. We were thrilled to see so many people come downtown to admire the vehicles, visit with friends, bring their families, and enjoy the morning together. For a first annual event, the response was…