Main Street Brenham Designated as a 2025 Accredited Program  by Main Street America

Main Street Brenham has once again been designated as an Accredited Main Street America™ program for meeting rigorous performance standards set by Main Street America. This national recognition is a testament to the program’s commitment to preservation-based economic development and community revitalization through the Main Street Approach™.

Each year, Main Street America and its partners announce the list of designated programs to honor those driving strong community impact. Main Street America recognizes two tiers of national designation—Affiliate and Accredited—with the latter representing the highest level of achievement. These designations serve as a powerful indicator to local stakeholders and funders at all levels that the accredited programs are making a measurable difference in communities.

“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.”

Main Street Brenham’s performance was evaluated by its board of directors and program personnel, in partnership with the Texas Historical Commission’s Texas Main Street Program, which works with Main Street America to ensure local programs meet the network’s rigorous national standards. To achieve Accredited status, Main Street Brenham demonstrated strength across six core areas: community engagement, inclusive leadership, sustainable funding, strategic programming, economic development rooted in preservation, and clear, documented impact.