Creating a Neighborhood of Choice
Upper Albany Main Street (UAMS) preserves, revitalizes, and supports the commercial district of Albany Avenue,
creating a center of choice by collaborating with residents and stakeholders to foster a successful community.
About Upper Albany Main Street (UAMS)
Upper Albany Main Street, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, established in 2000, UAMS is recognized as the primary organization for the Avenue. As a designated Main Street Community, we employ Main Street’s four-point approach:
- Economic Development (Vitality)
- Design
- Promotion
- Organization
By utilizing these focus points, Upper Albany Main Street works to achieve long-term community and economic revitalization.
A Leading Community-Based Organization
Upper Albany Main Street (UAMS) is the leading community-based organization on the Avenue. We view economic development as the key driver for enhancing the quality of life for all who live, work, and visit this historic and diverse neighborhood. Our primary customer base includes residents and business owners, while our broader “global customer base” encompasses the entire community, given Upper Albany’s role as a gateway community. By leveraging our rich cultural heritage, UAMS aims to transform Upper Albany into a sought-after destination. We are committed to securing resources that add value to every stakeholder invested in our neighborhoods.
A Connecticut Main Street Center Member
Upper Albany Main Street is a member of the Connecticut Main Street Center, a statewide organization dedicated to strengthening local economies through community-driven revitalization. Through this partnership, Upper Albany Main Street strengthens its capacity to drive sustainable economic growth, small business success, and long-term community revitalization.
In partnership with the University of Hartford, Upper Albany Main Street operates an Entrepreneurial Center where experimental learning, professional development, workforce development, student empowerment, and career exploration come together through engagements with the small business community.
2026 Operating Calendar
