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Jeff Fuchs · 09-04-2005, 09:23 PM

New Orleans wasn't just a commercial center. It was a cultural mecca for this part of the country. We didn't rival New York, but we held our own in the fields of music, art, and cuisine. In months, even years to come, there will be many jobs in the city for construction workers, laborers, and engineers. The creative community will have no outlet in New Orleans for a while, sadly (with the exception of architects).

I worry that the city will make a comeback, but the creative community may be gone forever. It could be years before an art gallery can be viable in the city again.

Among Southern states, Louisiana stands out, mainly because of the Crescent City. This distinction may no longer be valid. Only time will tell.

Call me petty, but it's what I'm thinking. A man at my office is obsessed with where the Saints will play. He says it's important, because sports help unite people. I guess I feel the same way about the arts.

09-04-2005, 09:23 PM	#2
Jeff Fuchs Juried Member Guy who can draw a little Joined: Dec 2002 Location: New Iberia, LA Posts: 546	Thanks, Garth New Orleans wasn't just a commercial center. It was a cultural mecca for this part of the country. We didn't rival New York, but we held our own in the fields of music, art, and cuisine. In months, even years to come, there will be many jobs in the city for construction workers, laborers, and engineers. The creative community will have no outlet in New Orleans for a while, sadly (with the exception of architects). I worry that the city will make a comeback, but the creative community may be gone forever. It could be years before an art gallery can be viable in the city again. Among Southern states, Louisiana stands out, mainly because of the Crescent City. This distinction may no longer be valid. Only time will tell. Call me petty, but it's what I'm thinking. A man at my office is obsessed with where the Saints will play. He says it's important, because sports help unite people. I guess I feel the same way about the arts.