Legacy Businesses
2 articles
Main Street Revival
The Squeeze on Main Street: How Gentrification Challenges Legacy Businesses
Gentrification creates economic and demographic pressures that threaten legacy small businesses, but documented strategies like preservation programs and façade improvements offer pathways for adaptation and survival.
Kendra Baptiste·October 4, 2026
Main Street Revival
Municipal Strategies for Preserving Legacy Businesses
Local governments are crucial for preserving legacy businesses, vital to community economic and cultural identity. Municipalities can implement targeted programs offering recognition, financial aid, and technical assistance to help these businesses overcome modern challenges.
Eleni Kassian·September 30, 2026