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Indiana Main Street

In 2005, the IMS Program transitioned to the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs, where it is currently managed. IMS provides access to information, help getting focused, and community support and guidance to individuals and organizations interested in downtown revitalization. It also serves as a general clearinghouse for the latest tools and techniques in downtown development. General information, project development assistance information, and other resource materials are also available. The state program is a partner, but true revitalization success is built squarely on local commitment, initiative and follow-through.

2026 Main Street 101 Training

  • May 21 – Main Street 101 Training
    • Info coming soon
  • June 4 – Main Street 101 Training 
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  • July 16 – Indiana Main Street 101
    • Info coming soon

Attendance at a Main Street 101 is required to apply for OCRA's Downtown Affiliate Network in the 2026-2027 application cycle.

The Indiana Main Street program's support of its designated local IMS programs has resulted in significant investment and economic growth from the bottom up in Main Street districts. Since 1985, Indiana Main Street communities have achieved:

► 6,104 NET new & expanded businesses;

► 37,282 NET full and part-time jobs;

► $4,042,288,400 in private reinvestment;

► $2,466,792,960 in public reinvestment;

► 11,281 building improvements;

► 9,292 New construction; and

► 4,084 Public Improvement projects

2025 Indiana Main Street Year In Review

Congratulation Madison Main Street!

Congratulations to Madison Main Street on earning the 2024 Great American Main Street Award! The award is Main Street America's top honor, and recognizes Madison for fostering a welcoming culture, celebrating historic preservation and championing community collaboration. Madison Main Street is a Nationally Accredited Main Street through OCRA's Indiana Main Street program. The organization was established in 1979 and was one of three original Main Street pilot programs in the country, later playing an important role in the creation of the Indiana Main Street program.