Main Street Greeneville, Incorporated will welcome downtown development leaders from across Tennessee on June 11th and 12th for a statewide gathering focused on community revitalization, economic growth, and historic preservation.
For decades, the Main Street movement has transformed how communities approach the redevelopment and management of their downtowns and neighborhood commercial districts.
Built on three key pillars—a proven revitalization strategy, a strong network of connected communities, and a nationally recognized support system—Main Street America is a program run by the nonprofit National Main Street Center, part of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Currently, 43 communities in Tennessee hold accreditation through this program.
Central to the movement is the Main Street Four-Point Approach, an economic development framework that helps communities revitalize their downtowns by leveraging local assets such as history, architecture, culture, businesses, and civic pride. The strategy focuses on four critical areas: Design, Economic Vitality, Organization, and Promotion.
During their visit, attendees will tour several initiatives within Greeneville’s 18-block downtown district, share updates on their programs, and explore funding opportunities and best practices.
Featured speakers include Brooxie Carlton, Deputy Assistant Commissioner, Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development; Kim Parks, Tennessee Main Street Program Director; Jill White, ARC Program Director; Silas Stoddart, Tennessee Tourism Rural Program Manager; and Jennifer A. Wellock, National Coordinator, NCR RSF, U.S. Department of the Interior.
