Indiana Main Street Welcomes Cannelton

The Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs has announced Renew Cannelton, Inc. as the newest member of its Indiana Main Street Program. The initiative focuses on economic development and improvement for downtown areas.
OCRA Executive Director Jodi Golden said the group’s mission is to showcase the community to preserve historic sites and buildings.
“The Indiana Main Street Designation is a huge accomplishment for our community. We have been trying for a number of years to get the designation and we have finally been able to get the community support necessary to make it happen” said Barbara Beard, Secretary-Treasurer of Renew Cannelton, Inc. “The guidance the Main Street program provides will be instrumental in the revitalization of our historic city.”
Click here for more information on the Main Street Program, and click here to learn specifics about the work in Cannelton.