OUR MISSION
Empowering the future through the preservation and celebration of its rich history, Historic Marion fosters a sense of place, economic growth and enhances cultural vibrancy in downtown Marion.
OUR VISION
Historic Marion envisions a thriving downtown Marion, Indiana, where the echoes of history resonate in a vibrant downtown. We strive to celebrate dynamic growth, foster economic prosperity and preserve the rich culture.
2024
was a busy year for Historic Marion!
We're excited to share an overview of some of our work last year,
and we're looking forward to even greater things in 2025.
We also want to extend a huge THANK YOU for the amount of time put in
by our amazing volunteers and financial support from our generous donors.
It takes a village, and we have a great one!
To learn more about Historic Marion, including where to donate and how to get involved,
visit historicmarionindiana.org
We're excited to share that Historic Marion has been awarded $30,000 for downtown beautification! These funds will be used to enhance Marion's downtown square through updates like murals, evergreen trees, arches and wind sails in alleyways, benches, updated waste receptacles, and window clings. These funds are awarded through the 212° Grant through the Community Foundation of Grant County, Indiana, Inc. and made possible by the City of Marion, IN - Local Government. Additional financial contributions from our organization, SOS Marion, and an anonymous donor have brought our total funding to $35,600. Special THANKS to the City of Marion and Community Foundation of Grant County and SOS Marion for all their support!
Thank you for investing in our downtown!
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Our Strategic Plan
The Main Street Approach - that helps communities leverage both the art and science of downtown revitalization to create a better quality of life for all.
Organization involves creating a strong foundation for a sustainable revitalization effort, including cultivating partnerships, community involvement, and resources for the district.
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Promotion positions the downtown or commercial district as the center of the community and hub of economic activity, while creating a positive image that showcases a community's unique characteristics.
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Design supports a community's transformation by enhancing the physical and visual assets that set the commercial district apart.
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Economic Vitality focuses on capital, incentives, and other economic and financial tools to assist new and existing businesses, catalyze property development, and create a supportive environment for entrepreneurs and innovators that drive local economies.
Investing Big in Small Towns
Historic Marion Embraces
Main Street Revitalization
Recently,, Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch joined Good Morning Grant County and shared the impact that a Main Street organization can bring to a community's downtown! Lt. Governor Crouch is head of the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs, which runs the Indiana Main Street network.
Last week, she shared the news that Historic Marion has officially become a Main Street organization! We're grateful for her support and look forward to working together for A Community Redefined.
"Embrace the CHARM of downtown "
