While this image presents interesting graphics in black and white, I am more interested in the history of this structure.  Recognize it?  It is a strap-iron jail cell, date unknown.  I am researching its origins but know its present location -- rescued from languishing at a landfill.

 

 

 

After class today I had a brief hour to explore the historic downtown district of Joplin.  I ventured upon the George A. Spiva Center for the Arts . Around since 1947 it is currently housed in the  historic Cosgrove Building.  The turn of the century (20th) building features bold graphics.  I especially like the bicycle rack on the sidewalk juxtapositioned by the building.

 

George A. Spiva Center for the Arts

3rd and Wall Street

Joplin, Missouri

stripes

 

The empty storefront on Main Street makes an interesting study of stripes and shadows.

 

Main Street

Clovis, New Mexico

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