Conway Main Street USA aims to stimulate economic development, encourage historic preservation and promote the vitality of Downtown Conway.

Conway Main Street USA was founded in 1986 by a group of local citizens concerned about the economic health of downtown Conway. Established as a private, nonprofit organization with a twelve member Board of Directors and two staff people, the program depends on a private/public partnership, with 50% of the annual funding coming from the City of Conway and 50% coming from memberships and sponsorships from community businesses and individuals.

Since the inception of Conway Main Street, U.S.A., downtown building vacancies have been drastically reduced, property and business owner reinvestment has topped $19 million, over 200 gross new businesses have been established, over 35 businesses have expanded, and hundreds of jobs created.