Old Town Lansing recipient of Great American Main Street Award

The National Trust for Historic Preservation has announced that Old Town Lansing is a recipient of the 2011 Great American Main Street Award.

The award recognizes Old Town for following the Main Street Four-Point Approach, embracing sound historic preservation ethics and building strategic partnerships.  Last year, Ferndale was named as a recipient. 

The award was presented during the Main Street Awards Ceremony during the National Main Streets Conference in Des Moines, Iowa.

Arnold Weinfeld is Director of Strategic Initiatives and Federal Affairs for the Michigan Municipal League. He can be reached at 517-908-0304 or by e-mail.