The Arcade

The Arcade as seen in 2022, prior to the start of renovations

 Photo: Eric England

The highest compliment you could give to the newly refurbished downtown Arcade is this: I can’t really tell that much of a difference. After being bought for $28 million in 2021, the onetime crown jewel of Nashville’s independent art scene was in danger of being glossed over in favor of another New Nashville tourist-bait horror show. Luckily, the new Arcade is renovated but not revamped — the whole space has subtly cleaner lines, fresher windows and more secure handrails. But the indie spirit that made it the place circa 2010 continues on, albeit with a slightly better paint job. LAURA HUTSON HUNTER

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