THE LAST GOODBYE (walk around) Entirely Deserted Block of 5th & Washington Street in Gary, Indiana

Описание: Recent developments near 5th Avenue and Washington Street in Gary, Indiana, are part of the city's "Relight the City" initiative. This program, funded by $3.45 million from the American Rescue Plan Act, aims to repair and upgrade streetlights across the city. The upgrades include replacing outdated bulbs with energy-efficient LEDs and installing new light poles where needed. The project is expected to enhance public safety and visibility in the area
The booming steel industry led to other industrial businesses investing heavily in Gary’s economy and budding infrastructure, and soon schools, churches, commercial businesses and civic buildings were erected. The city’s downtown became a commercial hub, bringing with it the development of architecturally significant attractions, including movie theaters. Gary experienced its peak in 1960, with a population of 178,320, and by 1970 was nicknamed the “city of the century.”
Gary, Indiana has a rather unique makeup. When it was founded, it was split into four sections: the East Side, the West Side, the South Side and Glen Park. The East is known for its largely wood-frame houses – some of the earliest in the city while the West is notable for its wealth. This shows in the grandeur of the brick residences and larger commercial buildings. The city’s various neighborhoods are different from one another, with its downtown of particular interest. It is split into two distinct communities, Emerson and Downtown West. It was developed throughout the 1920s, and fast became known for its impressive architecture. Sadly, a major fire ravaged a large portion of the area in October 1997.
THIS IS HOW IT SITS IN 3/9/2025 & THE LAST GOODBYE WALK AROUND FOR ME.