TED Talks Daily How to keep your hometown from becoming a ghost town |
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Mar 23, 2023 Explore the fascinating relationship between hometowns and personal identity through the lens of a filmmaker's passion for ghost towns. Discover how storytelling can revitalize communities, featuring inspiring stories like a barber in Seligman, Arizona. Dive into the importance of knowing one's family history in fostering resilience, with anecdotes from Tonino, Washington, and its unique currency. Lastly, witness Buffalo's transformation as it reclaims its identity through civic storytelling, emphasizing the power of local culture to spark hope and renewal.
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Ghost Town Inspiration
- John Paget's first film explored a ghost town, sparking his interest in community decline and revitalization.
- His family's frugality led him to film it alone during a family vacation.
Modern Ghost Towns
- Ghost towns aren't just relics of the past; they still emerge today due to various factors.
- These factors include natural disasters and slow economic decline, like factory closures.
Seligman's Revival
- Barber Angel Delgadillo helped revitalize Seligman, Arizona, after it was bypassed by I-40.
- He leveraged Route 66's historical significance, inspiring other towns along the route.