Photo credit: Capshore & Kennebec Valley Tourism Council

About the Organization

Main Street Skowhegan is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused on the ongoing revitalization of historic Skowhegan, Maine. Founded in 2005 by a group of citizens, Main Street relies on hardworking staff, energetic AmeriCorps members, a dedicated Board of Directors, and more than a hundred awesome volunteers to execute major community initiatives and events.

Vision for Skowhegan

A destination for visitors from Maine and beyond, Skowhegan is known for its locally sourced food, beautiful and active riverfront, and vibrant cultural scene. The economy is strong and diverse, and residents are happy and healthy. Skowhegan is a place community members are proud of, youth choose to stay or return to, and visitors never want to leave.

Our Mission

Our mission is to celebrate Skowhegan’s rich heritage while achieving our brightest future as a thriving economic, cultural, and recreational community where residents enjoy a high quality of life.

Our Commitment

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core tenets of thriving communities. Our nation’s collective commitment to these tenets is imperative for the future success of our society and our economy. To that end, we believe Skowhegan is a place for everyone. At the core of our approach to community revitalization is a commitment to shared prosperity, equitable access to opportunity, and inclusive engagement. Main Street Skowhegan models and champions this vision through our actions and programs.

Initiatives

Main Street Skowhegan is leading several major community initiatives.

Free Outdoor Activities & Gear

Our Skowhegan Outdoors program provides free outdoor activities and trainings each week, as well as free equipment via our walk-in gear library in downtown Skowhegan.

Skowhegan Outdoors
Supporting Businesses & Entrepreneurs

Via several interconnected projects and partnerships, we are strengthening Skowhegan's entrepreneurial ecosystem to better support current businesses and new entrepreneurs.

Ecosystem Initiative
Skowhegan River Park

In partnership with the municipality, we're leading project management and fundraising efforts for Skowhegan's future river park, that will feature an expanded trail network and enhanced whitewater.

River Park

Skowhegan Center for Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurial support and education | Coworking and meeting space

Skowhegan Outdoors AmeriCorps Program

Free outdoor programs | Free gear

Skowhegan River Park

We’re leading project management and fundraising for Skowhegan’s future river park for kayaking, surfing, and tubing.

Meet our Staff

Main Street Skowhegan is run by six full-time staff members and four AmeriCorps members.

Meet our AmeriCorps Members

A team of Outdoor Recreation Facilitators, serving as AmeriCorps members, runs our Skowhegan Outdoors programs and activities.