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Author Plaza B., Tironi M., Haarich S.N.
Title Bilbaos art scene and the Guggenheim effect revisited
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Plaza B., Tironi M., Haarich S.N.; Bilbaos art scene and the Guggenheim effect revisited ;European Planning Studies vol:17.0 issue: 11.0 page:1711.0

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Abstract The article analyzes the effects of the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao (GMB), adopting a new research perspective and trying to pursue the links between the museum and Bilbaos art scene. Until now, the impact of the museum has been analyzed from two different perspectives. The first focused on the urban development and regeneration aspects and the success of the museum as a tourist magnet and an image-making device. The second perspective concentrated on the direct economic benefits of the museum, i.e. direct returns and effects on the economy. The missing lens in previous analyses, however, was the impact of the museum on the citys art landscape, including the art support activities. In this context, the article describes for the first time in a detailed way how the GMB has contributed to the shaping and propulsion of changes on commercial and non-profit art spaces in Bilbao. Although it is clear that other factors may play a role, it can be asserted that the effects of the museum are not only limited to an increase in tourism or fiscal return, but also contribute to the development and spatial articulation of the local art scene and public support of the arts. © 2009 Taylor & Francis.


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This newly emerged art cluster is the result of a comprehensive urban regeneration strategy with the goal to improve local urban structures, social integration and quality of life. .
The proximity of BLV to Casco Viejo, which is one of the commercial centres of the city and a magnet for visitors and tourists, has helped in the attraction of art-interested clients and in the exhibiting and commercialisation of local art in downtown Bilbao. .
In order to strengthen the positive effect on the local economy, private shop-owners and trade associations, as well as organizations that patronize these businesses, may further exploit this art-related clustering so as to make it profitable for them, for the neighbourhood community and for Bilbaos art scene in general..
Although it is clear that other factors may play a role, it can be asserted that the effects of the museum are not only limited to an increase in tourism or fiscal return, but also contribute to the development and spatial articulation of the local art scene and public support of the arts. .