Roadmap for Success

adaptive reuse challenge, which will continue our theme of ‘Honoring History’ for the city.”

Honoring history not only for Canton but for the entire county is History Cherokee’s new History Center, that just so happens to call downtown Canton home. The museum documents the history of Cherokee County, spanning from Native American inhabitants to the industries, people and events that have shaped the area to what it is today. (For more details, turn to Pages 16-17.)

“The new history center being around the corner also has people really curious to see what Canton has to offer,” said Cindy Brooks, Canton’s Downtown Development Authority (DDA) president. “People who may not have known that we have had a wonderful historical society for many years are now really interested to see more exhibits and how that building has really changed.”

Popular downtown events also highlight the area’s special value for residents and visitors. From dine and wine events to holiday and farmers markets to music and concert series, such as First Fridays, downtown Canton draws in young and old all year long.

“Canton, through its Main Street, DDA and Roadmap approaches, is able to leverage its history, its incredible local businesses and its residents’ compelling sense of community connection, to build momentum for maintaining a strong central business district, area placemaking initiatives, tourism growth and so much more,” Canton City Councilor Brooke Schmidt said. “We are seeing a growing interest from residents who want to live downtown, and Team Canton is committed to supporting this key to economic vitality.”

• For a list of places to eat, drink and grab a treat, scan the QR code.

• Turn to Pages 52-53 for a map to help you shop local at The Mill on Etowah and in downtown Canton.