Oklahoma Main Street

Historic preservation, downtown revitalization efforts and powerful economic stimulation combine to restore the core assets of communities. Home / Community Development / Oklahoma Main Street Oklahoma Main Street The opportunity to make a difference. For more than 40 years, Oklahoma’s Main Street program has been pumping new life back into the heart of communities across the state. Historic preservation, downtown revitalization efforts and powerful economic stimulation combine to restore the core assets of communities and enhance the quality of life for Oklahomans. Oklahoma Main Street Contact Your Main Street Team Download the Main Street Brochure Play Video About Oklahoma Main Street Since 1986, Oklahoma Main Street programs have generated more than $2.2 billion in total public and private reinvestment, created 21,600 new jobs and helped in the development of nearly 9,000 new or expanded small businesses. Watch the About Main Street video Statewide Reach The Main Street program encourages economic development in Oklahoma communities and neighborhood districts statewide. By refocusing efforts to bring vibrancy back to a commercial district, your local program can find the self-reliance and empowerment it needs to rebuild a commercial district and increase the quality of life for residents. Launch the Main Street Map Play Video Why Main Street Matters Main Street directors from across the state share how the program has positively impacted their communities. Watch videos from Main Street Directors Resources for Communities Oklahoma Main Street provides training, resources and technical assistance for preservation-based historic commercial district revitalization. Brows the Main Street Resource Center Main Street Incentive Program The Oklahoma Main Street Incentive Program encourages investment, construction and development of Main Streets in Oklahoma, focusing on efforts to sustain or restore vibrancy in commercial districts. These developments will enhance the and/or quality of life in participating Main Street communities, attracting more visitors and generating additional sales taxes for the state and local communities. Applications open September 1, 2026 and close September 30, 2026 Download the Main Street Incentive Brochure Review the Main Street Incentive Guide Review the Agreement for Potential Participation Four-point Approach The Main Street Four-Point Approach™ is tailored to meet the needs and opportunities of each local program. It encompasses work in four distinct areas – Design, Economic Organization – that are combined to address all of the commercial district’s needs. Design Every Main Street wants to make a good first impression. By capitalizing on your best assets and creating an inviting atmosphere through window displays, building and more, you’ll showcase what your district has to offer. Promotion Marketing is a vital component of a successful commercial district. Advertising, retail promotional activity, special events, and marketing campaigns can improve consumer and investor confidence and encourage commercial activity and investment in the district. Economic Vitality By diversifying your district’s economic base and converting unused or underused commercial space into productive space, your historic core can strengthen its assets and boost the profitability of the district. Organization The right organizational structure is critical to creating a vibrant Main Street program. By bringing together human and financial resources, your program set itself up for success. Main Street Brochure Learn more about the Oklahoma Main Street Center and how following the Main Street Four-Point Approach™ can bring change and growth to your community. Download the Main Street Brochure Application Interested in becoming a Main Street program? Find out more about the Main Street Program Ann