Cities never sleep — small ones included.
They change constantly as people and institutions respond to the world around them. Jamestown, NY is in the midst of a notable small city renaissance because of the community’s growing capacity for reinvention and adaptation. Jamestown’s revitalization — its renaissance — is grounded in a commitment by individuals and the community to making a place that nurtures new beginnings and new ideas.
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Recent News & Updates
Frank Besse appointed Executive Director of Jamestown Renaissance Corporation
The Jamestown Renaissance Corporation (JRC) is pleased to announce the promotion of Frank Besse to Executive Director. In his new role, Besse will lead the organization in its ongoing efforts to revitalize and enhance Jamestown's economic, residential, and cultural...
Host your event in Winter Garden Plaza
Vibrant downtowns have a range of events, big and small, that draw visitors and local residents to enjoy community assets, patronize local businesses, and add vitality to public spaces. To stimulate new and better events in downtown Jamestown, the Jamestown...
ArtScape Jamestown Opens Its Call for Artists
ArtScape Jamestown is inviting local artists to submit their work for a new public art program between now and April 7, 2023. The Jamestown Renaissance Corporation is partnering with Chautauqua Art Gallery and the City of Jamestown Park's Department to create an...
Historic Tax Credit Workshop: February 15th via Zoom
Do you have a property in one of Jamestown's Historic Districts or looking to purchase property in one of them? This tax credit zoom workshop is for you. Earn tax credits for property improvements. Feb. 15th 6:00 p.m. Join Preservation Buffalo Niagara, the...
2023 Grants for Building and Business Owners Now Open!
Are you looking to adapt or improve your business?Is the downtown building you own not living up to all of its potential?The Jamestown Renaissance Corporation’s Building and Business Improvement Program(BBIP) may have the necessary resources. The program is a 50/50...
What kind of “winter place” should Jamestown be?
We recently hosted "Jaime the Storefront Guy" for a workshop for downtown business owners and community stakeholders. Jaime shared some wonderful insights, and the attendees had great takeaways. There was a dynamic conversation around several subjects, but one was...