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Each year, Main Street America and its partners announce the list of designated programs to recognize their commitment to preservation-based economic development and community revitalization.

Main Street America recognizes two tiers of national designation — affiliate and accredited.

“Main Street America is proud to recognize this year’s 821 Accredited Main Street America programs for their commitment to building strong and vibrant communities,� said Erin Barnes, president and CEO of Main Street America. “Their tireless efforts show what’s possible when engaged leaders work together to shape places that reflect the people they serve. The continued impact of our network shows that the Main Street movement remains a powerful force for positive transformation.�

Cambridge Main Street’s performance was evaluated through assessments conducted by the organization’s personnel, its board of directors and Main Street Maryland, which works in partnership with Main Street America to identify local programs that meet national community evaluation standards.

These standards provide the Main Street America network with a framework to review progress, recognize strengths, understand trends and identify strategies that move Main Street programs forward.

To quality for accredited status, communities must demonstrate a proven track record of achieving outcomes in alignment with the Main Street Approach and exceptional performance in six areas: broad-based community commitment to revitalization, inclusive leadership and organizational capacity, diversified funding and sustainable program operations, strategy-driven programming, preservation-based economic development, and demonstrated impact and results.

Cambridge Main Street Inc. is a community-driven nonprofit working to foster economic vitality and preserve and promote historic downtown Cambridge.

“Our organization’s vision is to have a vibrant downtown that connects the community, visitors and businesses,� said Christina Wingate-Spence, executive director of Cambridge Main Street. “We have worked tirelessly this past year to engage Main Street District merchants and the community through increased communication, visibility and opportunities to visit our beautiful downtown through events and programs, such as Taste of Cambridge, a revitalized Cambridge Farmers Market, and our newly revamped series of Second Saturdays.�

To learn more about Cambridge Main Street’s ongoing initiatives and upcoming events, visit or email Christina@DowntownCambridge.org.