Conferences and Trainings

The National Trust Main Street Center is the leader in providing information and training in preservation-based commercial district revitalization. Through our on-site trainings, the National Main Streets Conference, basic training, advanced certification, and webinars, we provide an array of training to professionals and volunteers on many revitalization topics.

National Main Streets Conference

2010 Conference - Oklahoma City, OK, May 2-5,2010

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2009 Conference - Chicago, IL - March 1-4, 2009

View conference photos, download handouts, and listen to session recordings. (You must be logged in to access these materials.)

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Main Street Innovation Lab Webinar Series

After a successful launch of the Main Street Webinar series this year, we will continue our efforts to provide a wide variety of training opportunities. Stay tuned for more information on the 2009/2010 series. The 2008/2009 series is also available for purchase.

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National Main Street Institute

Main Street Basic Training

Find out how to combine historic preservation with economic development in your commercial district during this intensive, four-day training, which covers each of the four components of Main Street Four Point Approach®.

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Certification Institute

Please note: The Certification Institute is currently being redeveloped and will not be held in 2010. If you are interested in learning more when the program is re-launched, please email us at mainstreet@nthp.org.

The Certification Institute’s credential process involves admission to the program, participation in two weeks of advanced training, and a passing score on examinations before receiving Certified Main Street Manager (CMSM) credentials.

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Onsite Seminars and Workshops

Our technical services staff will conduct custom workshops and trainings in your community.

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Other Trainings from the National Trust

The National Trust for Historic Preservation offers other trainings and educational opportunities on topics in historic preservation.

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