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SLoaking Up The Vegas Arts District
ocated between the north end of the Strip and the Fremont Street
Experience, the Las Vegas Arts District has evolved into a pop- ular destination for locals and visitors alike. It’s hard to miss the beautiful murals along the buildings and the unique art in- stallations scattered throughout the 18 blocks that make up the area, which is also referred to as 18b.
While the Arts District is now thriving, this was not al- ways the case. Not long ago, it was run-down and neglected. Former Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman spearheaded the re- vitalization work, and his wife, current Mayor Carolyn Good- man, continued those efforts with help from former Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh.
I had the opportunity to dis- cuss the evolution of the Arts District with Mayor Carolyn Goodman, who has rallied be- hind the district’s small busi- nesses and pushed for positive development of the area. She shared that in addition to all the progress that has already been made, there is still more to come.
The restaurant 18bin uses its space to host local artists and musicians in the Vegas Art District, also known as 18b. PHOTO COURTESY SHANNON TSUBAK
“We are really just begin- ning ... I think that’s the beau- ty of it,” she says. “We’re see- ing apartments going up and we have a brand-new hotel called The English.”
to introduce innovative dishes. First Fridays are community events for all ages right in the heart of Downtown Las Vegas, but the First Friday Foundation is more than just one Friday a month; it supports local artists, small businesses and nonprof- its throughout the year. For more information, visit its website, ffflv.org
located in the neighborhood, appropriately named 18bin, not only serves an elevated menu of craft cocktails and delicious dishes — but it also supports the arts community by displaying work by local artists and providing a stage for area musicians. It’s just one more example of how this small-business commu- nity supports one another.
She says revitalization of the Arts District began with the creation of the First Fri- day Foundation, a nonprofit that puts on monthly events highlighting local artists, mu- sicians and vendors, and serves as a venue for local food trucks
Thanks to the work put in by the city, along with business owners taking a chance on the area, an amazing community has grown. The Arts District has become a hub for bars, restaurants and breweries.
For more information on the Arts District, be sure to tune in to an upcoming ep- isode of Ninth Island Con- nection.
The area is now a walkable destination for locals and vis- itors to enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience. One restaurant
Catch Sebastian and Ninth Island Connection at 7 p.m. Wednesdays on K5 and 2 p.m. Sundays on KGMB.