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         Main Street Concord Inc.has been honored as a "Community of the Year" There are 19 Main Street Communities in New Hampshire

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  Main Street Concord Inc. is a non-profit, tax exempt organization. It is made up of residents, property owners, retailers, professionals, bankers and City officials. All of whom are working together to ensure and promote a strong and vibrant Concord. They promote private development and public partnership!

  "They are changing the face and pace of downtown Concord"

  Their Mission:

"The mission of Main Street Concord, Inc. is to preserve, revitalize and enhance Downtown Concord and to foster economic growth and development in the downtown within the context of historic preservation."   

  Their Vision:                                                                           

•   Concord will be a destination City
•   Downtown Concord will remain the"Heart of The Community" and will be safe, vibrant and beautiful
•   Concord will be seen as a top Cultural Center with great Restaurants and an exciting night life
•   They anticipate total utilization of Concords beautifully restored buildings to incorporate private and public usage...promoting an eclectic and vital retail center

  Main Street Concord Inc. is well on its way to fulfilling its mission on making the vision a reality. They have implemented what they call "The Four Point Approach"  This approach, rather than focusing on one or two problems, deals with all interrelated issues that affect downtowns.

  The Four Point Approach

   1-  Organization- as evidenced by the Community of the Year award, the Rob Nichols/Community Development, Finance and Unity Award. Also the Best Building Rehabilitation Award and the Award of Merit for best Public Relations Effort/2006

   2-  Promotion-Marketing the downtowns unique image through Advertising, Promotions, Special Events and Volunteer Marketing Campaigns  

•  Market Days (7/17-18 &19)
• Summer Music Festival                                                      
• Halloween Howl (10/31)
• Midnite Merriment (12/05)                                                                                                            
• February Everybody Loves Downtown

    3-  Design- Creating an inviting atmosphere that conveys a visual message about Main Street

    4-  Economic Development

    Economic Development is a cornerstone of the approach. The economic development committee has an exciting and ambitious promotion. They are concentrating on attracting new and exciting businesses. They point out that Concord is New Hampshire's fastest growing city. They even have a business recruitment package (a great tool for Realtors) with helpful information to use in making a business plan.

  The recruitment package covers:Consumer Spending,Downtown Delivers Consumers,Downtown Arts and Entertainment, Concord New Hampshire"s Fastest Growing City and Who We Are.

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  If you are considering rel-locating your family or your business to New Hampshire. Be sure to look at Concord.... a people centric yet business friendly, Main Street Community

  If you would like to Volunter...call Nan Hagen at (603)226-2150 or email mainstconcord@aol.com

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Sunday Morning New Hampshire~#13~My Favorite Top Five Spots In Concord, New Hampshire (edit/delete)       Sunday Morning on CBS is one of my favorite programs. They always have a series                    of  interesting stories from around the US, people to see and places to go!                         I hope to pass on a little of the same........                                                                    NEW HAMPSHIRE SUNDAY MORNING   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~   Exploring this wonderful State of New Hampshire is something my husband and I never tire of! There are so many diverse attractions and ever-changing landscapes...the possibilities are endless! Picking my five favorites places to see in Concord New Hampshire is a challenge.  This community is historic, charming and culturally diverse. Concord has neighborhood schools, museums, medical facilities and a World Famous Law school. There are lakes, rivers and hiking trails in our back yard and we are within a two  hours drive of the ocean, the mountains and the City of Boston....Concord has it all! The places I have chosen represent the diverse nature of my home town...some of the places that make it special!        View Larger Map   Eagle Square Forest Society Sewalls Falls Recreation Area Mill Brook Gallery Dimond Hill Farm ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 1- EAGLE SQUARE -We will start our tour on Main Street in Concord at Eagle Square. Eagle Square is right across the street from the State House...just look for the Clock Tower that stands outside the entrance.  In addition to being the entrance to  The NH Historical Society, the square has an area of stadium type seating and hosts many Summer concerts. There are two opportunity's for outdoor dining and a wonderful   Fountain (which unfortunately not spouting when I was there!)   2- FOREST SOCIETY-After leaving Eagle Square, follow Main Street north to the intersection with Rt.393. Continue on 393 to Exit 2 (East Side Drive). Follow East Side Drive for about 3/4 mile to Portsmouth Street on left. After a short distance you will see The Forest Society on your left. The Society building is home to many traveling art exhibits and features classes and lectures mostly focusing on environmental subjects. But....one of the most delightful aspects of the Society grounds can be reached from the Lower Parking Lot. An area of trail and paths that follow the Merrimack River. A popular area for walking your dog, enjoying a picnic or even flying a kite!  The view is Fantastic!!   - 3- SEWALLS FALLS RECREATION AREA  Ater leaving The Forest Society continue down Portsmouth Street until it ends at  the intersection of 132 (Mountain Road)Follow Mountain Road past the Country Club and some of the most beautiful views in the City! After about 3 miles you will come to the intersection with Sewalls Falls Road on your left....go over the Iron Bridge (single lane please)  and the recreation area is on your left! The launching area is also a starting point for one of the many trails in the Concord Trail System. There are places to sit and fish or enjoy the view and secret sandy strips for swimming and wading.            - 4 - MILL BROOK GALLERY If you wish to head in another direction after leaving Eagle Square...perhaps for more artistic persuits....head South on Main Street to a right on Pleasant. Follow Pleasant St. or Hopkington Road (as it is sometimes called) past the Concord Hospital and St Pauls School. After a few more miles you will spot  The Mill Brook Gallery. A fantastic treat for the eyes and one of my favorite places. A new exhibit started last week and I've yet to visit...here are some photos from last years trip! There is much to see...inside and out!       - 5- DIMOND HILL FARM About 1/2 mile from Mill Brook is Dimond Hill Farm. Dimond Hill has been in the same family for generations. What I find so amazing about Dimond Hill is the fact that it is only 5 minutes from the center of Concord! As you come upon the farm...heading towards Concord the view would take your breath away! It is a working Farm with vegetables and a few animals. They also are open to the public and sell fruits, baked goods,cheeses and other specialties.                                       The Farm will continue in perpituity because the people of the area  raised money for its preservation. A wonderful oasis within city limits.   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Come travel the roads of New Hampshire . There are wonderful examples of our history around every corner!                                                                     Concord NH Realtor Area Information