Monticello Main Street, Inc. is a nonprofit organization founded in 1996 by concerned local volunteers dedicated to historic preservation and to strengthening our community's economic growth. The main area of concentration is in the downtown business district, and the extended fringe area of Monticello's downtown.
Monticello Main Street also plans events throughout the year like the May Market in May, and the Farmer's Market from June through October, and the Monticello Celebration in the Fall.
"To strengthen the vitality of Monticello's Downtown by promoting civic pride, encouraging growth, and preserving and improving community involvement and resources."
The Main Street approach is the most efficient and cost-effective approach to preserving the community's identity, social character, and heritage and enhances its viability and quality of life. It gives our community a competitive edge in attracting the kind of quality growth and development we need and seek. It improves business and life in the downtown and affects business throughout the town.
President: Ruthanne Burgard
Vice President: Keddy Hutson
Treasurer: Steve Mitze
Executive Director: Kerry Redshaw
Director: Brad Peters
Something fabulous is coming to 110 W. Washington in downtown Monticello! Looking forward to seeing your success, Hartfield Book Co.! Another great reason to #makeitmonticello!
Good morning. Day 2 of Railroad Days starts soon. Come on out and have some fun!!!
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Some of your favorite Monticellobration festivities will be back! Knockerball, food trucks, makers & crafters, and more! New this year? We're kicking of the day with a bike ride at 7 AM, then the Oktoberfest fun begins at 11 AM at Monarch Brewing Company where the crowd can partake in keg rollin...Monticello Main Street, Inc. is a nonprofit program of The National Trust for Historic Preservation, dedicated to the revitalization of our historic downtown. Monticello is accredited both as an Illinois and National Main Street community. Monticello Main Street © | PO Box 392, Monticello, IL 61856 | Tel: (217) 762-9318 | Fax: (217) 762-9713 | info@monticellomainstreet.org Copyright © 2006-