Growing Business, Preserving History.
The Georgia Main Street Program began in 1980 as one of the original pilot state coordinating programs of the National Main Street Initiative launched by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The program launched with five local communities and has grown to serve 100+ communities statewide. Georgia Main Streets represent some of the strongest central business districts in the Southeast.
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Total Amount of Private and Public Investment made in Georgia's Downtowns in 2022
Main Street of the Month
Forsyth, GA
“Downtown Forsyth has become a beautiful, thriving community, especially over the past 5 years. Growth continues with the Main Street program’s vision to promote, revitalize, and beautify downtown Forsyth. Through these efforts, we encourage retail, restaurant, and professional business growth, while preserving our historic identity. Downtown Forsyth is full of history and southern charm — the perfect place to stop, rest and renew. Come explore our historic sites, outdoor amenities, delicious dining, and unique shopping. Discover why so many people keep coming back to visit Forsyth.” -Kemie Childs, Forsyth Main Street / DDA Director