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May 7

Lincoln Park - Duluth Wins Main Street Forward Award

Main Street Lincoln Park in Duluth, Minnesota, is one of six winners of the Main Street Forward Awards, which recognize communities that...

May 20, 2020

All For One

Michael Cimino's successful community-created mural is a shining example of the future of public art in Main Street's across the country.

Apr 2, 2020

New Ulm's German Heritage

During the summer of 2019, Rethos traveled to New Ulm to discover what residents love most about their community.

Mar 6, 2020

Glockenspiel in Schonlau Park

Discover the hidden stories of New Ulm, MN.

Feb 23, 2020

The Grand Hotel featured in 2019 HTC Impact Report

Did you see this Greater Minnesota treasure in the HTC Impact Report?

Feb 10, 2020

George's Bar and Ballroom

Discover the hidden stories of downtown New Ulm, MN.

Oct 28, 2019

Rethos Main Streets: 2019 Technical Assistance Projects

Check out a sampling of the 2019 projects in two of our designated Main Street Communities: New Ulm and Wabasha.

Apr 25, 2019

Good Arts Collective: Elliot Park

A sense of place is an invaluable asset for artists. The Good Arts Collective, housed in Elliot Park’s First Covenant Church, uses space...

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