Experience Philly: More Insider Tips and Top Picks
Complete your conference itinerary with visits to these historical places, delicious eateries, unique shops, and cool selfie spots.
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From April 7-9, local leaders from across the country gathered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for the 2025 Main Street Now Conference. Huge thanks to everyone who came and to our co-host partners, sponsors, exhibitors, and volunteers for making this year’s conference possible. No matter your role in the Main Street movement or your home base, we hope that you had a great time connecting with peers from across our network, learning the latest in preservation-based economic development, and getting energized to take your organization’s Main Street efforts to the next level.
From evaluating this year's speakers, sessions, and overall experience, to offering ideas for future conferences, we want to hear from you!
Please take a few moments to share your thoughts on the conference as a whole and suggestions for the future by Thursday, May 1. We value your input and look forward to incorporating it into future conferences.
Share Your FeedbackTake a moment to rate the sessions you attended and download any presentation materials provided by conference speakers.
Here's how: Launch the mobile app, tap on the “Schedule” tile, and navigate to your desired session. Then click on the session to view details to find quick links to provide a rating and download any materials.
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Complete your conference itinerary with visits to these historical places, delicious eateries, unique shops, and cool selfie spots.
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With our mobile app, everything about the conference is at your fingertips anytime, anywhere. Keep reading to learn how—and get helpful tips!
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Not sure what to bring for this trip? We got you covered! Keep reading for packing list essentials.
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Learn about this year’s incredible Main Idea featured speakers and the can’t-miss opportunities to get inspired in their connection-focused sessions.
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Rooted in foundational topics and inspired by feedback from the Main Street network, this year’s schedule is bursting with opportunities to connect, learn, and celebrate. Check it out!
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Who was Marian Anderson and why is FDR Park so special?
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Opportunities to enhance your Main Street Now 2025 experience and get inspired abound with these great immersive learning excursions.
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If you think Philly is all about the Liberty Bell and cheesesteaks, think again! Start exploring the city's neighborhoods today.
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Convincing your boss (or board) to send you or your team to Main Street Now 2025 can be tricky. We’re here to help!
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Registration for the 2025 Main Street Now Conference in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is officially open. Get set in just minutes with these 5 easy steps.
Read MoreThe Main Street Now Conference is a one-of-a-kind event, providing attendees with an opportunity to convene and learn about the innovative methods and practices that make the Main Street Approach™ one of the most powerful economic development tools in the nation. It is hosted by Main Street America, a nonprofit organization leading the movement committed to strengthening communities through preservation-based economic development in older and historic downtowns and neighborhood commercial districts.
