Madison Main Street receives ‘Great American Main Street’ award
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Chicago-based Main Street America has selected Madison Main Street for the 2024 Great American Main Street Award. The organization’s highest honor recognizes communities “for their excellence in comprehensive preservation-based commercial district revitalization.”
Main Street America said in a news release that Madison Main Street was chosen for fostering a welcoming culture, celebrating historic preservation and championing community collaboration.
Madison Main Street was established in 1979 is one of three original Main Street pilot programs in the country, according to the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs.
“Madison Main Street isn’t just about revitalization, it’s about igniting possibilities and transforming aspirations into tangible realities for our community,” Executive Director Austin Sims said in the release. “Our over 40-year journey is marked by milestones and community spirit. While this recognition celebrates our past achievements, it is also just a glimpse into the journey ahead.”
It is only the second time an Indiana community has received the award. Greater Lafayette Commerce was named a recipient in 1999.
Madison Main Street joins NewTown Macon in Macon, Georgia, and Monroeville Main Street in Monroeville, Alabama as 2024 Great American Main Street Award winners.
You can learn more about the award by clicking here.