What is this banner program?
What a thrill it is to drive into beautiful downtown Keene and see the unique banners hanging from the lampposts - exquisite renderings of lilacs with majestic Mt. Monadnock in the background. As you drive closer to these banners you see a plate on the top of each banner emblazoned with "downtown Keene" and a picture of the Central Square bandstand. You also notice the plate at the bottom of each banner with the name of a local organization and their date of establishment.

WOW! Extraordinary art portraying the beauty of our surroundings, the names of the organizations which make this Region great, and some history all in one drive around Main Street!

This program is unlike any other banner program you may have seen. These are not generic banners that could fly anywhere. These banners and lampposts fixtures were designed and made here, specifically for us, by people who care deeply about this area.


How does it work?
You sponsor a lamppost. Center Stage provides a series of four different banners for your lamppost that correspond to the seasons and Center Stage events. On the bottom of the banner there is a plate with your organization's name and the date you were established. This plate will be visible every time the banners fly.

How often do the banners fly and how much does it cost?
The banners go up and down based on the Center Stage calendar of events and the seasons. The placement of your banner is random and may change each time the banners are changed. We anticipate the banners to be up for approximately 40 weeks a year.

It costs $1,200 a year to have this community recognition in our downtown.

Why should I consider flying a banner?
Sponsoring a lamppost is one way to say you care about downtown Keene to your employees, their families and to the community in general. It is a visible way to remind people that your organization cares very much about our community center and about what happens to it - it says you have a stake in our downtown. Sponsoring a banner is one way to ensure the continuation of Center Stage events such as the Pumpkin Festival and Tree-Lighting Festival. This banner program is designed to provide the funds to produce the banners and also to provide Center Stage with some base line funding to ensure its continuing ability to serve the community.

Do I have to do anything with the banners?
Just enjoy them! And relish the compliments you receive from employees, peers and the community. Center Stage is responsible for putting them up and taking them down, their production and upkeep and any necessary maintenance.

How do I get my banner?
Call the Center Stage office at 358-5344. We would be glad to answer any questions you may have or to give you a presentation which includes a showing of the banner artwork. There are a limited number of lampposts available on a first come-first served basis.