Frances came to Heritage Ohio in August 2016 from Main Street Delaware where she had served as the Executive Director since 2007. She has a background in Art,Education, Ministry, Lighting Design andDrafting. She is a Delaware, Ohio native and began her career with Main Street Delaware, Inc. as a volunteer. Hamilton spent nearly7 years volunteering for Main Street Delaware as a tour guide, committee member, committee chair person and board member before being offered the position ofExecutive Director in 2007. During her time as Executive Director, Main Street Delaware consistently achieved national accreditation from the Nation Trust for HistoricPreservation and has received statewide recognition for its successful program. Currently, as the director of revitalization, Frances provides program support for Heritage Ohio’s Main Street programs, and works with communities interested in pursuing downtown revitalization.