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Calling All Artists for Art Around Town

Calling All Artists for Art Around Town

  CALL FOR ARTISTS The Downtown Garner Association (DGA) and the Town of Garner is looking for local and regional visual artists to participate in an outdoor Art Around Garner art installation beginning August – October 2021. Art Around Town  is a community art...

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Input Needed for New Downtown Mural

Input Needed for New Downtown Mural

The Downtown Garner Association is preparing to bring another mural to Main Street!  We're seeking input from the Garner community about the style of art they'd like to see.  Please take the survey below to share your feedback. 

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Downtown Garner is Working in partnership with

Main Street America

As a Main Street America™ Accredited program, the Downtown Garner Association is a recognized leading program among the national network of neighborhoods and communities that 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.

What is a Destination Business?

Certified NC Destination Businesses are locally owned gems in North Carolina’s Main Street communities that turn a simple visit into a memorable adventure. Whether you’re exploring vibrant downtowns, savoring one‑of‑a‑kind flavors, or diving into arts and culture, these businesses invite you to slow down, connect, and experience each community the way locals do. We are excited to showcase these NC Destination Businesses in Downtown Garner:  

Banks Bed and Breakfast

Steep Right Up

NC Main Street

The Downtown Garner Association is a North Carolina Main Street community, designated by the N.C. Department of Commerce Main Street & Rural Planning Center. The Downtown Garner Association is charged with administering the program at the local level and building public-private partnerships to spur economic development that achieves measurable results such as investment, business growth, and job creation. 

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