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Hey in Buffalo they seem to have found some of what is desirable for the Arts. They get referenced as a "Rust Belt" city but they celebrate their Art Gallery which has very notable art pieces and great touring exhibits. They also have other artistic matters such as Art Markets and districts. This topic arose from a newspaper article from your big brother [The Star 10 Jan 07 - Travel]. Hamilton has its own Art Gallery with notable art pieces which are the envy of the Louvre! I suppose that Hamilton could be classified as a "Rust Belt" city also. This only speaks of its past and not of its present or future. Other Rust Belt cities and towns have been evolving from here to the tip of Lake Superior. Initially each one gets into a funk about itself, then one by one they find themselves. Some go back to nature [lost towns], others get into art and yet others into tourism depending on their assets. The article referenced above speaks of the great asset of the old buildings that have not yet been torn down although they may be in some level of disrepair [an asset that is somewhat available in Hamilton].

Just another starting point to talk about!

Ilpo

What Now: Will the arts save us?

What if this city focused on something we do well, but that it didn't focus on steel or healthcare. Maybe it's the arts that can save us. Tell us what you think on this Will the arts save us? thread.