A new program aimed at beautifying downtown's vacant storefronts is drawing attention, both from the general public and potential businesses.Two Tucson organizations are teaming up to enhance the vibrancy of downtown by adding art to vacant storefronts. The Downtown Tucson Partnership and Rio Nuevo have launched the Storefront Vinyl Program, which aims to beautify and market unoccupied commercial spaces, with the hope of attracting new businesses.
Just last week, three new businesses opened downtown, including Basqueria, a Spanish tapas restaurant with vegan options; Unicorn Zebra, a swanky nightspot; and Spinner’s, a spin studio.Kurt Haumesser, a local contractor and potential restaurant owner, praised the project for its role in highlighting Tucson’s identity. “This is who we are.