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We are a community of approximately 13,000 residents, located on the Main Line, west of Philadelphia. Our historic downtown, one of the largest business districts in our area, contains a delightful mix of restaurants and small specialty shops, including antique and gift shops. Historic Ardmore is adjacent to Suburban Square, one of America's oldest shopping centers.

The Ardmore Initiative is a business district authority responsible for physical improvements and economic development in downtown Ardmore. Over the years, the Ardmore Initiative has worked with Lower Merion Township and local community organizations to improve the appearance of downtown Ardmore and ensure a vibrant mix of businesses in its historic district.

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For more information about the Ardmore Initiative, please Email Us or call us at 610-645-0540.


benchAnnouncements
  • Stakeholder Get-together at the Ardmore Initiative office
    Thursday, November 13, 8:30 a.m. at The Ardmore Initiative Office — 56 East Lancaster Avenue
    Jim Sherman from the Dranoff team will present an update to the Transit Center/Revitalization project.  We will also present info on our marketing activities and opportunities via Main Line Life, Philly.com, Septa Pass-Perks, WXPN and more.
    Please RSVP by Nov. 11 to Christine at 610-645-0540 or Christine@ardmoreinitiative.org.
    Please note- The Get-together scheduled for Tuesday 11/11 has been canceled.

  • Holiday Food & Toy Drive
    In this season of giving, The Ardmore Initiative & First Friday Main Line are sponsoring a food & toy drive to help those in need. The Food Drive will benefit Lower Merion’s own Eldernet Food Cupboard and the Toy Drive will benefit children with disabilities served by the Variety Club.
  • Ardmore Initiative Holiday Promotions Web site offer/ Philly.com ads:
    We will post a special holiday page of offers from our local businesses. Our Philly.com ads will direct shoppers to this page which will include coupons redeemable at your business. There is NO charge to participate in this promotion!
    Download the Form Now


  • Website Improvements Request — Learn More

  • Transit Center/Revitalization Project — Information about Ardmore Transit Center/Downtown Revitalization Project.
  • Attention Business Owners
  • Attention Property Owners
  •  Your input is important to us! Please take a moment to complete our survey and return to us via email, Christine@ardmoreinitiative.org or fax back to 610-645-0662. Download the Survey Now. (PDF File)

benchArdmore Swings Golf Outing & Awards Dinner

The Ardmore Initiative thanks this year’s lead sponsors for making Ardmore Swings! a great success!

See full list of sponsors here

Ardmore Initiative Reauthorization

 
Upcoming Events

Saturday, November 29, 2008
Free Parking Saturday

Friday, December 5, 2008
First Friday

Saturday, December 6, 2008
Free Parking Saturday

Saturday, December 13, 2008
Free Parking Saturday

Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Ardmore Initiative Board Meeting

Saturday, December 20, 2008
Free Parking Saturday

Visit our Events Page for more information and a complete list of upcoming events

 
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Contact Us

The Ardmore Initiative
56 E. Lancaster Avenue
Ardmore, Pennsylvania 19003
Phone: 610-645-0540
Fax: 610-645-0662

E-mail Us Now

 
Testimonials

"Thank you for your time & for sharing your knowledge with me. I had a wonderful learning experience, more than words can say. I have learned the inner dynamics of working together to accomplish any goals set. I have seen through this organization the meaning of community and perseverance against all odds. I believe what The Ardmore Initiative is about and I strongly believe that it will grow to great heights."

— Alicia McDonald

 
Fun Facts

Why does the Bernie Robbins clock always seem to keep the most accurate time?

It is automatically adjusted (after power shortages, daylight savings, etc.) by a satellite!

 
Fun Facts

First FridayJoin us for First Friday: A Main Line Artitude.
Next First Friday: December 5, 2008 , 5pm to 10pm.

Come out and enjoy a night of art and music.

     

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