Click here for Link to Art Calendar magazine

It will take you to a page where they rank U.S. cities as great towns for working artists. Paducah, KY is listed as #7 - that's where "Hands On" consulting set up shop and put things in motion. The CRA recently contracted with them to do something similar here within the CRA district.

7. Paducah, Kentucky

What makes it special: Think about artist towns, and one of the first ones that cometo mind is Paducah. With more than 50 artists living, working and selling their creations, this small town features a fantastic cost of living, mixed-use properties, lots of art events, a performing arts theater, an art center, a community theater and the charm of the south. It’s not just about the business, but the camraderie of Paducah, with its pot luck dinners, study groups and artsy atmosphere, that makes it a special
place to live.

What it offers: Besides a central location and the support of other professional artists, Paducah offers a $2,500 reimbursement for any design or renovation costs involved with the purchase of one of their charming properties, plus 100 percent financing for the purchase and rehabilitation of an existing structure or the building of a new structure. If you’re building, there are even free lots available for new construction.

Web: http://paducaharts.com/

Contact: City of Paducah Planning Department, 270-444-8690, artinfo@ci.paducah.ky.us