Despite it’s small size, Mineral Point, WI, has created mini-sculpture parks, new arts events, an artist incubator, and more.
(Boonton, NJ, January 28, 2016) — Downtowns don’t always have the amenities to attract visitors and new residents, but that doesn’t have to stop them. Some are turning to arts and culture to create interesting, attractive city centers that will draw more people to the area.
That’s been the case in Mineral Point, WI, a defunct mining town that has reinvented itself in recent years as a historic arts and cultural center for the region, and a thriving tourist destination.
Efforts to that end have included the creation of mini-sculpture parks, new arts events, and an artist incubator.
The popular "Paint-Out" for example, features up to 60 painters creating works of art at several downtown locations. Visitors can observe the process and participate in an exhibit and art sale.
Details on the public art, art tours, Paint-Out, and more appear in the January issue of Downtown Promotion Reporter.
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