Grand Saline was designated an official Texas Main Street City and began the program January 2004. This statewide program is a division of the Texas Historical Commission, which promotes downtown revitalization through historic preservation. Free professional services are provided by the state office in areas such as architectural consultation, restoration, economic development, board training, strategic planning, interior design, marketing, and organizational assistance and other areas where the local community may not have local expertise. Grand Saline has been recognized as a National Main Street City by the National Trust for Historic Preservation for several years.
Vision
- Downtown Grand Saline will be a thriving destination, where locals will have a personal stake in the vitality of the heart of the community and our salty roots are recognized and preserved.
Mission
- Grand Saline Main Street program will lead the charge to create an appealing destination; expand volunteer base to insure a sustainable program, preserve the salty history of Grand Saline through education and awareness, and raise funds to achieve the objectives of the program.
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As a Main Street America™ Accredited program, Grand Saline's Texas Main Street Program is a recognized leading program among the national network of more than 1,200 neighborhoods and communities who share both a commitment to creating high-quality places and to building stronger communities through preservation-based economic development. All Main Street America™ Accredited programs meet a set of National Accreditation Standards of Performance as outlined by the National Main Street Center.