About Muskegon Main Street
Muskegon Main Street, a Michigan Main Street program supported by a variety of sponsors, has a mission to create a vibrant 24-hour downtown that is the focal point for arts & culture, events, shopping, dining, and services in the entire Muskegon area and attracts a rich variety of age groups, diverse ethnic and cultural representation and accommodates people of all income and social levels.
Muskegon Main Street is your 'One Stop' source for Downtown Muskegon information. We have the scoop on the latest events, news, investments and incentives. Don't hesitate to contact us for any downtown related enquiry.
Muskegon Main Street is a 501(c)3 organization designed to strategically organize people and interests that collaborate to bring about commercial revitalization through Historic Preservation and Economic Development. Muskegon Main Street follows the Main Street model pioneered by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, one of the most successful economic development programs in the nation averaging over $35 of reinvestment for every $1 used to operate the local Main Street program. The Main Street Model entails a four point approach to revitalization and the tasks of each committee are outlined in the yearly work plan.
Design
Enhancing the physical appearance of the commercial district by rehabilitating historic buildings, encouraging supportive new construction, developing sensitive design management systems, and long-term planning. The committee also oversees a facade grant program and a design services initiative. Click here to learn more about the Design Committee and our incentive programs.
Organization
Building consensus and cooperation among the many groups and individuals who have a role in the revitalization process. Click here to learn more about the Organization Committee.
Marketing/Promotion
Marketing the traditional commercial district's assets to customers, potential investors, new businesses, local citizens and visitors. Click here to learn more about the Marketing/Promotion Committee.
Economic Restructuring
Strengthening the district's existing economic base while finding ways to expand it to meet new opportunities and challenges from outlying development. Also Main Street parters with Huntington Bank on a Downtown Muskegon Facade loan program. Click here to learn more about the Economic Restructuring Committee and loan program.
For a full accounting of Muskegon Main Street activities please view our annual reports.
To learn about what Muskegon Main Street is currently working on please see our work plan.
Main Street is a member-supported organization. Find out more about becoming a member.
Contact Dan Rinsema-Sybenga at drinsema-sybenga@muskegon.org for any downtown Muskegon related enquiry.
  The Muskegon Main Street Program is one of thirteen Michigan Main Street/Cool Cities Communities recognized by the Michigan Main Street initiative of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority and will be receiving architectural & design services, assistance with a marketing study, and various training sessions through the State of Michigan. Click the links below to find how Michigan Main Street is active in other communities around Michigan.
Boyne City Main Street
Portland Main Street
Clare Main Street
Calumet Main Street
Niles Main Street
Marshall Main Street
Grand Haven Main Street
Howell Main Street
Midland Main Street
Ishpeming Main Street
Iron Mountain Main Street
Lansing's Old Town Main Street
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