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  • Industrial-Sized Art Factory Signals Creative Renewal in Paterson

    Sonia Schnee

    December 22, 2014 |

    CivicStory |

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    Response Location: United States, Paterson, New Jersey

    Paterson, NJ used to be a home to manufacturing industries, many of which no longer exist in New Jersey. Fortunately, old factories are being repurposed in new ways. The oldest textile factory is now thriving as The Art Factory, a studio and art space for designers, artists, and builders of all types. Not only does it help artists, but it also helps the environment by revitalizing an old space rather than knocking it down and building something new.

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  • In Gentrifying New York, Can Affordable Housing For Artists Change A Neighborhood?

    Jessica Leber

    December 17, 2014 |

    FastCompany |

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    Response Location: United States, New York, New York

    In order to secure affordable housing for artists in neighborhoods at risk of gentrification and displacement, Artspace purchases and renovates buildings across the country. Tenants are selected by a lottery with priority given to artists who are already residents of the neighborhood.

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  • How to Attract Artists to a Down-and-Out Neighborhood

    John Tierney

    October 10, 2014 |

    The Atlantic |

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    Response Location: United States, Columbus, Ohio

    Public-private collaborations can promote entrepreneurship and foster economic revitalization. In the Franklinton neighborhood of Columbus, Ohio, partnerships between the city of Columbus, the Franklinton Development Association (FDA), and local businesses have led to a flourishing of artist studios, maker spaces, and other community attractions. The initiatives were funded in part by grants from ArtPlace America as well as the city of Columbus.

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  • As Detroit Flounders, Its Art Scene Flourishes

    Courtney Balestier

    August 06, 2013 |

    The New York Times |

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    Response Location: United States, Detroit, Michigan

    In 2013, Detroit filed for bankruptcy because of a poor economy. While the city’s industrial businesses have floundered, the art scene has thrived, bringing in new sources of income through art galleries and investments in contemporary art. This new art scene is one factor to measure Detroit’s recovery and prospects of growth for the future.

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