10/20/2026
What makes a street more than just a way to get somewhere? In 2018, Strong Towns explored the different paths of two familiar downtown Fargo streets: Broadway and Main Avenue. While both once shared similar characteristics, their evolution highlighted how street design can influence walkability, local businesses, and the way people experience a neighborhood. It's an important reminder that thoughtful urban design goes beyond individual buildings. It's about creating places that connect people and strengthen communities.
Read the full article by Jen Kinney, published by Strong Towns: https://archive.strongtowns.org/journal/2018/3/8/in-fargo-two-streets-face-two-very-different-futures
Photo credits:
Photo 1: Broadway, Downtown Fargo | Photographer unknown
Photo 2: Main Avenue | Photographer unknown
Photo 3: City of Fargo Archives, Broadway (1929), via Strong Towns